Serving 227 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pacific View Leadership Elementary School 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 34%). 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 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lee Elementary serves the southeast part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School's student population of 227 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
227 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pacific View Leadership Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#4271 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
2%
20%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pacific View Leadership Elementary School's ranking?
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School is ranked #4271 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pacific View Leadership Elementary School?
227 students attend Pacific View Leadership Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Pacific View Leadership Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pacific View Leadership Elementary School?
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pacific View Leadership Elementary School offer ?
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pacific View Leadership Elementary School part of?
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Pacific View Leadership Elementary School located?
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School is located in the Paradise Hills neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Paradise Hills.
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