Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Turtleback Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 458 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Turtleback Elementary serves the northwest part of San Diego, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 1.3 miles, and the furthest edge located 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turtleback Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Turtleback Elementary School's student population of 458 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
458 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
“Where Caring Counts”
School Rankings
Turtleback Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turtleback Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1640 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
27%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Turquoise and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turtleback Elementary School's ranking?
Turtleback Elementary School is ranked #1640 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Turtleback Elementary School often compared to?
Turtleback Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Turtleback Elementary School?
458 students attend Turtleback Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Turtleback Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turtleback Elementary School?
Turtleback Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Turtleback Elementary School offer ?
Turtleback Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Turtleback Elementary School part of?
Turtleback Elementary School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Turtleback Elementary School located?
Turtleback Elementary School is located in the Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho Penasquitos.
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