Serving 733 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Scripps Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Scripps Elementary serves the northeast part of San Diego, CA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scripps Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Scripps Elementary School's student population of 733 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
733 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Scripps Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scripps Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#35 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Asian
52%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
24%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scripps Elementary School's ranking?
Scripps Elementary School is ranked #35 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Scripps Elementary School often compared to?
Scripps Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dingeman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Scripps Elementary School?
733 students attend Scripps Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Scripps Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scripps Elementary School?
Scripps Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Scripps Elementary School offer ?
Scripps Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Scripps Elementary School part of?
Scripps Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Scripps Elementary School located?
Scripps Elementary School is located in the Miramar Ranch North neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Miramar Ranch North.
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