Green Elementary School

7030 Wandermere Pl.
San Diego, CA 92119
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 493 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Green Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 493 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • : Top 10% in CA
  • : 79% (Top 5%)
  • : 72% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : Green Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Green Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Green Elementary School's student population of 493 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
493 students

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Motto
Giving Every Child Knowledge and Opportunity

School Rankings

Green Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Green Elementary School is 0.67, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

79%
34%

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

72%
47%
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
6%
12%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
26%
56%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
7%
5%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
50%
20%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
11%
6%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
50%
0.67

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
18.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Green Elementary School's ranking?
Green Elementary School is ranked #597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Green Elementary School often compared to?
Green Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benchley/weinberger Elementary School, Dailard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Green Elementary School?
493 students attend Green Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Green Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Green Elementary School?
Green Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Green Elementary School offer ?
Green Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Green Elementary School part of?
Green Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Green Elementary School located?
Green Elementary School is located in the San Carlos neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in San Carlos.

School Calendar

View the Green Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
First Day of Native American Heritage Month
November 01, 2026 (Sunday)
First Day of Runaway & Homeless Youth Awareness Month
November 01, 2026 (Sunday)
Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of Disability Awareness Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Universal Human Rights Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 493 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 50%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 79% (Top 5%)
  • : 72% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • : Green Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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