Serving 728 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Grant K-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grant K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grant K-8's student population of 728 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Together, Growing Together
School Mascot
Grizzly Bear
School Rankings
Grant K-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grant K-8 is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1258 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
51%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grizzly Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grant K-8's ranking?
Grant K-8 is ranked #1258 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Grant K-8 often compared to?
Grant K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Old Town Academy K-8 Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Grant K-8?
728 students attend Grant K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Grant K-8 students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grant K-8?
Grant K-8 has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Grant K-8 offer ?
Grant K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Grant K-8 part of?
Grant K-8 is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Grant K-8 located?
Grant K-8 is located in the Mission Hills neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Mission Hills.
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