Serving 385 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nye Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Nye Elementary serves the southeast part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nye 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
Nye Elementary School's student population of 385 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
385 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1994
School Motto
The Nye Mission is to create a school community that empowers life-long learners through communication, cooperation and respect for diversity.
School Rankings
Nye 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 Nye Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#1004 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
31%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Nye Elementary School's ranking?
Nye Elementary School is ranked #1004 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nye Elementary School?
385 students attend Nye Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Nye Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nye Elementary School?
Nye Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nye Elementary School offer ?
Nye Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nye Elementary School part of?
Nye Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Nye Elementary School located?
Nye Elementary School is located in the Encanto neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Encanto.
School Calendar
View the Nye Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
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)
First Day of National School Board Recognition Month
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
First Day of Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
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