Serving 637 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Miramar Ranch 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 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 637 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Miramar Ranch Elementary serves the northern part of San Diego, CA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miramar Ranch 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
Miramar Ranch Elementary School's student population of 637 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
637 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Rankings
Miramar Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miramar Ranch Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#496 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
34%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
33%
20%
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miramar Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Miramar Ranch Elementary School is ranked #496 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Miramar Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Miramar Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jerabek Elementary School, Dingeman Elementary School, Scripps Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Miramar Ranch Elementary School?
637 students attend Miramar Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Miramar Ranch Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miramar Ranch Elementary School?
Miramar Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Miramar Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Miramar Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Miramar Ranch Elementary School part of?
Miramar Ranch Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Miramar Ranch Elementary School located?
Miramar Ranch Elementary School is located in the Scripps Ranch neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Scripps Ranch.
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