Serving 590 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Porter Elementary School 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 34%). 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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Porter Elementary serves the southern part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Porter Elementary School's student population of 590 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
590 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Porter Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Porter Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#8531 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
17%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porter Elementary School's ranking?
Porter Elementary School is ranked #8531 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Porter Elementary School often compared to?
Porter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School, Sherman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Porter Elementary School?
590 students attend Porter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Porter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Porter Elementary School?
Porter Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Porter Elementary School offer ?
Porter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Porter Elementary School part of?
Porter Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Porter Elementary School located?
Porter Elementary School is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Lincoln Park.
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