Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Perkins K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Perkins K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Perkins K-8's student population of 397 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Perkins K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perkins K-8 is 0.32, 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
#8481 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perkins K-8's ranking?
Perkins K-8 is ranked #8481 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Perkins K-8?
397 students attend Perkins K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Perkins K-8 students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Perkins K-8?
Perkins K-8 has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Perkins K-8 offer ?
Perkins K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Perkins K-8 part of?
Perkins K-8 is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Perkins K-8 located?
Perkins K-8 is located in the Barrio Logan neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Barrio Logan.
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