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#3773 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 40% in state
Sequoia Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
4690 Limerick Ave., San Diego, CA 92117
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,773 of 9,539
In San Diego
#152 of 288
public schools
In district
#95 of 174
San Diego Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Sequoia Elementary
Sequoia Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Sequoia Elementary serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Sequoia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,773 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sequoia Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 170 students, Sequoia Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
39% of students at Sequoia Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Sequoia Elementary — Students at Sequoia Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.
How Sequoia Elementary Compares
See how Sequoia Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4690 Limerick Ave., San Diego, CA 92117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sequoia Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kavod Charter (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hawthorne Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, High Tech Elementary Mesa (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Madison High San Diego | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| REFORMATION LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Diego | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Reformation Lutheran Church and School San Diego | 0.4 mi | — |
| Creative Performing and Media Arts San Diego | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Innovation Middle San Diego | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Lafayette Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Mt. Everest Academy San Diego | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Learning Choice Academy Santee | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Japanese Academy of San Diego San Diego | 0.7 mi | — |
| Clairemont Canyons Academy San Diego | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| JAPANESE ACADEMY OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| High Tech Elementary Mesa San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| High Tech Middle Mesa San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| High Tech High Mesa San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Hawthorne Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Kavod Charter San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| John Muir Language Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| BRIGHT HORIZON ACADEMY San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Child's Primary, The San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,286
Median Home Value
$914,400
Median Rent
$2,115/mo
Population
52,645
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
57.2%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.2
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| BLUE OAK SCHOOL Napa, CA | 6.9 |
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| Blue Oak Charter Chico, CA | 6.9 |
| CARDEN CONEJO SCHOOL Westlake Village, CA | 6.9 |
| CHRIST CHURCH DAY SCHOOL Coronado, CA | 6.9 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Camarillo, CA | 6.9 |
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- CompareSequoia Elementary vs Holmes ElementarySan Diego, CA Peer score 9.2/10 +2.3 vs Sequoia Elementary
- CompareSequoia Elementary vs Clairemont Canyons AcademySan Diego, CA Peer score 5.3/10 -1.6 vs Sequoia Elementary
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sequoia Elementary
What grades does Sequoia Elementary serve?
Sequoia Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Sequoia Elementary?
Sequoia Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sequoia Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sequoia Elementary is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sequoia Elementary rank in CA?
Sequoia Elementary ranks #3,773 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sequoia Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sequoia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sequoia Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sequoia Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sequoia Elementary a charter school?
No, Sequoia Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sequoia Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sequoia Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sequoia Elementary?
65.9% of students at Sequoia Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 170
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (619) 605-1800
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #95 of 174
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