Excellent
#318 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 3% in state
Adobe Bluffs Elementary
Elementary School · Poway Unified
8707 Adobe Bluffs Dr., San Diego, CA 92129
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#318 of 9,539
In San Diego
#15 of 288
public schools
In district
#1 of 38
Poway Unified
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Adobe Bluffs Elementary
Adobe Bluffs Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Poway Unified. Adobe Bluffs Elementary serves approximately 549 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Adobe Bluffs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Adobe Bluffs Elementary show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Adobe Bluffs Elementary runs 20.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Adobe Bluffs Elementary — Students at Adobe Bluffs Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 9.0/10.
How Adobe Bluffs Elementary Compares
See how Adobe Bluffs Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8707 Adobe Bluffs Dr., San Diego, CA 92129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Adobe Bluffs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pacific Sky (rated 9.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sundance Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Deer Canyon Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westview High San Diego | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Deer Canyon Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| RENAISSANCE VILLAGE ACADEMY San Diego | 0.6 mi | — |
| Mesa Verde Middle San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Sundance Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Sunset Hills Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Black Mountain Middle San Diego | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Mt. Carmel High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL San Diego | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Willow Grove Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Lifetime Montessori School San Diego | 1.9 mi | — |
| Canyon View Elementary San Diego | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Park Village Elementary San Diego | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Pacific Sky San Diego | 2.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Stone Ranch Elementary San Diego | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Oak Valley Middle San Diego | 2.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Amazing Grace online School San Diego | 2.6 mi | — |
| Los Penasquitos Elementary San Diego | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Del Sur Elementary San Diego | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Del Norte High San Diego | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,626
Median Home Value
$1,018,100
Median Rent
$2,671/mo
Population
53,080
College Educated
63.8%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
41
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Adobe Bluffs Elementary
What grades does Adobe Bluffs Elementary serve?
Adobe Bluffs Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Adobe Bluffs Elementary?
Adobe Bluffs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 549 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Adobe Bluffs Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Adobe Bluffs Elementary is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Adobe Bluffs Elementary rank in CA?
Adobe Bluffs Elementary ranks #318 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Adobe Bluffs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Adobe Bluffs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Adobe Bluffs Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Adobe Bluffs Elementary has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Adobe Bluffs Elementary a charter school?
No, Adobe Bluffs Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Adobe Bluffs Elementary a Title I school?
No, Adobe Bluffs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Adobe Bluffs Elementary?
12.2% of students at Adobe Bluffs 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 549
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (858) 538-8403
Resources & Links
District
Poway Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,935
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,231
- District Rank
- #1 of 38
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