Serving 180 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sequoia Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sequoia Elementary serves the northwest part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, 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
Sequoia Elementary School's student population of 180 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
180 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
A school culture rich in community, positivity and excellence.
School Rankings
Sequoia 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 Sequoia 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
#4852 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dragons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sequoia Elementary School's ranking?
Sequoia Elementary School is ranked #4852 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sequoia Elementary School often compared to?
Sequoia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scripps Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sequoia Elementary School?
180 students attend Sequoia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Sequoia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sequoia Elementary School?
Sequoia Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sequoia Elementary School offer ?
Sequoia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sequoia Elementary School part of?
Sequoia Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sequoia Elementary School located?
Sequoia Elementary School is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of Disability Awareness Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of Universal Human Rights Month
December 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of National School Board Recognition Month
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
First Day of Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
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