Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rancho San Diego Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rancho San Diego Elementary School's student population of 537 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rancho San Diego Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho San Diego Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2363 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
55%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rancho San Diego Elementary School's ranking?
Rancho San Diego Elementary School is ranked #2363 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho San Diego Elementary School often compared to?
Rancho San Diego Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fuerte Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rancho San Diego Elementary School?
537 students attend Rancho San Diego Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Rancho San Diego Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rancho San Diego Elementary School?
Rancho San Diego Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho San Diego Elementary School offer ?
Rancho San Diego Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rancho San Diego Elementary School part of?
Rancho San Diego Elementary School is part of Cajon Valley Union School District.
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