Very Good
#2605 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Alcott Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
4680 Hidalgo Ave., San Diego, CA 92117
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
226
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,605 of 9,539
In San Diego
#127 of 288
public schools
In district
#77 of 174
San Diego Unified
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Alcott Elementary
Alcott Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Alcott Elementary serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Alcott Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,605 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Alcott Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Alcott Elementary runs 22.6:1 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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Alcott Elementary — Students at Alcott Elementary score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
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: 8.0/10.
How Alcott Elementary Compares
See how Alcott Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4680 Hidalgo Ave., San Diego, CA 92117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alcott Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Barnard Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cadman Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Field Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cadman Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| MISSION BAY MONTESSORI ACADEMY San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Maria Montessori School San Diego | 0.9 mi | — |
| Whitman Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Spreckels Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Field Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Standley Middle San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Sessions Elementary San Diego | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| SAN DIEGO FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL La Jolla | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| San Diego French-American School La Jolla | 1.6 mi | — |
| All Hallows Academy La Jolla | 1.7 mi | — |
| John Muir Language Academy San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ALL HALLOWS ACADEMY La Jolla | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Clairemont High San Diego | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| The Evans School La Jolla | 1.7 mi | — |
| Curie Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Doyle Elementary San Diego | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Japanese Academy of San Diego San Diego | 1.8 mi | — |
| Barnard Elementary San Diego | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
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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| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alcott Elementary
What grades does Alcott Elementary serve?
Alcott Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Alcott Elementary?
Alcott Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alcott Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Alcott Elementary is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alcott Elementary rank in CA?
Alcott Elementary ranks #2,605 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Alcott Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Alcott Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Alcott Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alcott Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Alcott Elementary a charter school?
No, Alcott Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alcott Elementary a Title I school?
No, Alcott Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alcott Elementary?
50.0% of students at Alcott 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
- 226
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.2%
- Phone
- (619) 605-1200
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #77 of 174
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