Serving 352 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pendleton 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 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clay Elementary serves the southeast part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 1.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pendleton Elementary School's student population of 352 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Leader In Me Lighthouse School
School Rankings
Pendleton 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 Pendleton Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#4699 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pendleton Elementary School's ranking?
Pendleton Elementary School is ranked #4699 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pendleton Elementary School often compared to?
Pendleton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rolando Elementary School, Language Academy by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pendleton Elementary School?
352 students attend Pendleton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pendleton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pendleton Elementary School?
Pendleton Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pendleton Elementary School offer ?
Pendleton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pendleton Elementary School part of?
Pendleton Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Pendleton Elementary School located?
Pendleton Elementary School is located in the Rolando Village neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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