Torrey Pines Elementary School

8350 Cliffridge Ave.
La Jolla, CA 92037
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 1%
Serving 465 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Torrey Pines 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 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (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 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 465 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 1% in CA
  • : 86% (Top 1%)
  • : 87% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Torrey Pines Elementary School's student population of 465 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
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2019
School Calendar

School Rankings

Torrey Pines 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 Torrey Pines Elementary School is 0.69, 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)
#84 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
86%
34%
87%
47%
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
47%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.69
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
San Diego Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Red-tailed Hawk

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Torrey Pines Elementary School's ranking?
Torrey Pines Elementary School is ranked #84 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Torrey Pines Elementary School often compared to?
Torrey Pines Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Jolla Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Torrey Pines Elementary School?
465 students attend Torrey Pines Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Torrey Pines Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Torrey Pines Elementary School?
Torrey Pines Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Torrey Pines Elementary School offer ?
Torrey Pines Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Torrey Pines Elementary School part of?
Torrey Pines Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.

School Reviews

1   10/10/2025
I visited this school and saw a major cause of bullying. The children on recess were fighting and the children around them were laughing. The teacher that looked over them was paying attention to her cell phone. I am shocked and give a bad rating for this school.
- Posted by Administrator - Republic A.T.R.
5   10/10/2025
Very impressed with the school and staff. Reviewer above is not really qualified to rate the school and should be removed. So far, all I see is positive learning environments and Teachers that care, I`ll give a more thorough assessment when time permits and as my child goes through the system.
- Posted by Parent - Fred

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 465 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 53%
  • : Top 1%
  • : 86% (Top 1%)
  • : 87% (Top 5%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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