Marvin Elementary School

5720 Brunswick Ave.
San Diego, CA 92120
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 10%
Serving 543 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marvin 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 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 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: 543 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : Top 10% in CA
  • : 69% (Top 10%)
  • : 79% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Marvin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

School Overview

Marvin Elementary School's student population of 543 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
543 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Campus Size
13 acres

School Rankings

Marvin 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 Marvin Elementary School is 0.70, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#577 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
69%
34%
79%
47%
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
24%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.70
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 Marvin Elementary School's ranking?
Marvin Elementary School is ranked #577 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marvin Elementary School often compared to?
Marvin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hearst Elementary School, Miller Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Marvin Elementary School?
543 students attend Marvin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Marvin Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marvin Elementary School?
Marvin Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marvin Elementary School offer ?
Marvin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marvin Elementary School part of?
Marvin Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Marvin Elementary School located?
Marvin Elementary School is located in the Allied Gardens neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Allied Gardens.

School Calendar

View the Marvin Elementary School yearly calendar below.

School Reviews

Review Marvin Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 543 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 69% (Top 10%)
  • : 79% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Request Information

Quick Links


Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 75

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 82

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 88

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 94

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 100

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 106

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 112

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 123

Notice: Javascript file does not exist: /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/javascript/components/popper.min.js in /home/devsarath/workspace/shared/misc/JSCompiler.inc.php on line 242

Notice: Javascript file does not exist: /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/javascript/components/tippy.min.js in /home/devsarath/workspace/shared/misc/JSCompiler.inc.php on line 242

Notice: Directory does not exist in /home/devsarath/workspace/shared/misc/JSCompiler.inc.php on line 242

Notice: Unable to save compiled js file in /home/devsarath/workspace/shared/misc/JSCompiler.inc.php on line 242