Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ibarra Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ibarra Elementary serves the southeast part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 0.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ibarra Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Ibarra Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ibarra Elementary School is 0.49, which is less 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
#5831 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ibarra Elementary School's ranking?
Ibarra Elementary School is ranked #5831 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ibarra Elementary School?
390 students attend Ibarra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Ibarra Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ibarra Elementary School?
Ibarra Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ibarra Elementary School offer ?
Ibarra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ibarra Elementary School part of?
Ibarra Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ibarra Elementary School located?
Ibarra Elementary School is located in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in City Heights.
School Calendar
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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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