Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sessions 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 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% 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: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sessions 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
School Overview
Sessions Elementary School's student population of 424 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Sessions 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 Sessions Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1004 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
56%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sessions Elementary School's ranking?
Sessions Elementary School is ranked #1004 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sessions Elementary School often compared to?
Sessions Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pacific Beach Elementary School, Bird Rock 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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sessions Elementary School?
424 students attend Sessions Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Sessions Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sessions Elementary School?
Sessions Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sessions Elementary School offer ?
Sessions Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sessions Elementary School part of?
Sessions Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sessions Elementary School located?
Sessions Elementary School is located in the Pacific Beach neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Pacific Beach.
School Calendar
View the Sessions Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School - Minimum Day, dismissed @ 12:10pm
June 12, 2026 (Friday)
First Day of School (Early Release Day, dismissed @ 1:25pm)
August 19, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break - No School
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break - No School
October 13, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break - No School
October 14, 2026 (Wednesday)
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