Serving 566 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Jolla Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Jolla 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
La Jolla Elementary School's student population of 566 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
We are committed to working together toward the success of all of the children at La Jolla Elementary.
School Rankings
La Jolla Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Jolla Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#24 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
62%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 La Jolla Elementary School's ranking?
La Jolla Elementary School is ranked #24 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Jolla Elementary School often compared to?
La Jolla Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bird Rock Elementary School, Torrey Pines Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Jolla Elementary School?
566 students attend La Jolla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of La Jolla Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Jolla Elementary School?
La Jolla Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Jolla Elementary School offer ?
La Jolla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is La Jolla Elementary School part of?
La Jolla Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
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