Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Silver Gate Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Silver Gate Elementary serves the southwest part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Gate Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Gate Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
399 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silver Gate Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Gate Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#156 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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)23.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Gate Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Gate Elementary School is ranked #156 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Silver Gate Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Gate Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Silver Gate Elementary School?
399 students attend Silver Gate Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Silver Gate Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Gate Elementary School?
Silver Gate Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Silver Gate Elementary School offer ?
Silver Gate Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Silver Gate Elementary School part of?
Silver Gate Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Gate Elementary School located?
Silver Gate Elementary School is located in the Point Loma Heights neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Point Loma Heights.
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