Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Clairemont Canyons Academy ranks in the top 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clairemont Canyons Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Clairemont Canyons Academy's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Clairemont Canyons Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clairemont Canyons Academy is 0.78, 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
#4275 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
17%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Clairemont Canyons Academy's ranking?
Clairemont Canyons Academy is ranked #4275 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Clairemont Canyons Academy often compared to?
Clairemont Canyons Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sessions Elementary School, Kavod Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Clairemont Canyons Academy?
322 students attend Clairemont Canyons Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Clairemont Canyons Academy students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clairemont Canyons Academy?
Clairemont Canyons Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Clairemont Canyons Academy offer ?
Clairemont Canyons Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Clairemont Canyons Academy part of?
Clairemont Canyons Academy is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Clairemont Canyons Academy located?
Clairemont Canyons Academy is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
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