Albert Einstein Academy Charter School is an IB Primary Years Programme–certified charter school in San Diego, California, United States. It is a part of San Diego Unified School District. Established in 2002, it is the only school in the district authorized as an IB-PYP school.
Serving 1,448 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Albert Einstein Academies ranks in the top 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 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albert Einstein Academies's student population of 1,448 students has grown by 140% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 113% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Teaching our children today to advance our shared humanity tomorrow.
School Rankings
Albert Einstein Academies ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert Einstein Academies is 0.54, 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
#3301 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert Einstein Academies's ranking?
Albert Einstein Academies is ranked #3301 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Albert Einstein Academies?
1,448 students attend Albert Einstein Academies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Albert Einstein Academies students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albert Einstein Academies?
Albert Einstein Academies has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Albert Einstein Academies offer ?
Albert Einstein Academies offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Albert Einstein Academies part of?
Albert Einstein Academies is part of Albert Einstein Academies School District.
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