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 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Green Elementary School's student population of 493 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
493 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Green Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Green Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#717 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
51%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Green Elementary School's ranking?
Green Elementary School is ranked #717 out of 9,602 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?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
51% of Green Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
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.
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