Serving 505 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marvin 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 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marvin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Marvin Elementary School's student population of 505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marvin Elementary School is 0.68, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)78%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)78%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
47%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Marvin Elementary School often compared to?
Marvin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hearst Elementary School, Miller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Marvin Elementary School?
505 students attend Marvin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Marvin Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marvin Elementary School?
Marvin Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marvin Elementary School offer ?
Marvin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marvin Elementary School part of?
Marvin Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Marvin Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 01, 2024 (Wednesday)
First Day of LGBTQ+ Pride Month
June 01, 2024 (Saturday)
Last Day of School
June 06, 2024 (Thursday)
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