Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kumeyaay Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 59% 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: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kumeyaay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kumeyaay Elementary School's student population of 398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1994
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kumeyaay Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kumeyaay Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#824 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kumeyaay Elementary School's ranking?
Kumeyaay Elementary School is ranked #824 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kumeyaay Elementary School often compared to?
Kumeyaay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tierrasanta Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kumeyaay Elementary School?
398 students attend Kumeyaay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Kumeyaay Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kumeyaay Elementary School?
Kumeyaay Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kumeyaay Elementary School offer ?
Kumeyaay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kumeyaay Elementary School part of?
Kumeyaay Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Kumeyaay Elementary School located?
Kumeyaay Elementary School is located in the Tierrasanta neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Tierrasanta.
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