Serving 184 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cadman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cadman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Cadman Elementary School's student population of 184 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
184 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Rankings
Cadman Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cadman Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2283 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cadman Elementary School's ranking?
Cadman Elementary School is ranked #2283 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cadman Elementary School often compared to?
Cadman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alcott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cadman Elementary School?
184 students attend Cadman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Cadman Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cadman Elementary School?
Cadman Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cadman Elementary School offer ?
Cadman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cadman Elementary School part of?
Cadman Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cadman Elementary School located?
Cadman 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
First Day of School
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break-NO SCHOOL
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School-Dismissal @ 1:00
May 26, 2027 (Wednesday)
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