Serving 392 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Loma Portal Elementary School 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 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Loma Portal Elementary serves the southwest part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loma Portal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Loma Portal Elementary School's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
392 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1914
School Motto
A school culture of positivity and excellence
School Rankings
Loma Portal Elementary School 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 Loma Portal Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1086 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
57%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loma Portal Elementary School's ranking?
Loma Portal Elementary School is ranked #1086 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Loma Portal Elementary School often compared to?
Loma Portal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Loma Portal Elementary School?
392 students attend Loma Portal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Loma Portal Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loma Portal Elementary School?
Loma Portal Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Loma Portal Elementary School offer ?
Loma Portal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Loma Portal Elementary School part of?
Loma Portal Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Loma Portal Elementary School located?
Loma Portal Elementary School is located in the Point Loma neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Point Loma.
School Calendar
View the Loma Portal 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)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of Disability Awareness Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
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