Serving 560 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benchley/weinberger Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benchley/weinberger 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
Benchley/weinberger Elementary School's student population of 560 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Benchley/weinberger 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 Benchley/weinberger Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#588 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
53%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
San Diego Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benchley/weinberger Elementary School's ranking?
Benchley/weinberger Elementary School is ranked #588 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Benchley/weinberger Elementary School often compared to?
Benchley/weinberger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dailard Elementary School, Green Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Benchley/weinberger Elementary School?
560 students attend Benchley/weinberger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Benchley/weinberger Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benchley/weinberger Elementary School?
Benchley/weinberger Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Benchley/weinberger Elementary School offer ?
Benchley/weinberger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Benchley/weinberger Elementary School part of?
Benchley/weinberger Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Benchley/weinberger Elementary School located?
Benchley/weinberger Elementary School is located in the San Carlos neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in San Carlos.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School (Minimum Day/Whole School)
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of Running Club
August 18, 2026 (Tuesday)
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