Serving 208 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Webster Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Webster Elementary serves the southeast part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Webster Elementary School's student population of 208 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
208 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Webster 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 Webster Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#5202 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
54%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
29%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-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 Webster Elementary School's ranking?
Webster Elementary School is ranked #5202 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Webster Elementary School often compared to?
Webster Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linda Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Webster Elementary School?
208 students attend Webster Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Webster Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Webster Elementary School?
Webster Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Webster Elementary School offer ?
Webster Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Webster Elementary School part of?
Webster Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Webster Elementary School located?
Webster Elementary School is located in the Mid City neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Mid City.
School Calendar
View the Webster Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving 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)
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