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#1621 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 17% in state

Bay Park Elementary

Elementary School · San Diego Unified

2433 Denver St., San Diego, CA 92110

Enrollment

526

Student-Teacher

26.3:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#1,621 of 9,539

In San Diego

#92 of 288

public schools

In district

#54 of 174

San Diego Unified

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Bay Park Elementary

8.0/10

Elementary School in San Diego · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Toler Elementary

8.0/10

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8.5/10

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About Bay Park Elementary

Bay Park Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Bay Park Elementary serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bay Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,621 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Bay Park Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Bay Park Elementary runs 26.3:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+21.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.1 pts
Overall Proficiency66% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio26.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,828
Chronic Absenteeism15.8%

Bay Park Elementary — Students at Bay Park Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 70.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 71.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
75%
ELA
71%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
65.9%
ELA
67.2%
2024
Math
67.3%
ELA
65%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.

How Bay Park Elementary Compares

See how Bay Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
83th percentile in CA
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
26:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

Location

2433 Denver St., San Diego, CA 92110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bay Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Barnard Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Holmes Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Longfellow K-8 (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Toler Elementary San Diego 1.0 mi 8.0
Longfellow K-8 San Diego 0.9 mi 8.5
Whittier K-12 San Diego 1.2 mi 3.5
Marston Middle San Diego 1.5 mi 8.5
Clairemont High San Diego 1.5 mi 6.0
Mission Bay High San Diego 1.5 mi 8.8
Sun & Moon San Diego 1.7 mi
Southern California Yeshiva High School San Diego 1.6 mi
SCY HIGH (SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL) San Diego 1.6 mi 6.1
Barnard Elementary San Diego 1.6 mi 9.2
Holmes Elementary San Diego 1.8 mi 9.2
Empower Language Academy San Diego 1.7 mi 4.5
Twain High San Diego 1.7 mi 6.1
San Diego County Community San Diego 1.8 mi 5.6
Francis Parker School San Diego 1.9 mi
Linda Vista Elementary San Diego 1.8 mi 4.3
Montgomery Middle San Diego 1.8 mi 6.7
Urban Corps of San Diego County Charter San Diego 2.2 mi 5.3
THE CHILD'S PRIMARY SCHOOL San Diego 2.1 mi 7.2
Riley/New Dawn San Diego 2.1 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,508

Median Home Value

$885,200

Median Rent

$2,298/mo

Population

31,186

College Educated

53.9%

Homeownership

36.1%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

34.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bay Park Elementary

What grades does Bay Park Elementary serve?

Bay Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Bay Park Elementary?

Bay Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bay Park Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Bay Park Elementary is 26.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bay Park Elementary rank in CA?

Bay Park Elementary ranks #1,621 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Bay Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Bay Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Bay Park Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bay Park Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Bay Park Elementary a charter school?

No, Bay Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bay Park Elementary a Title I school?

No, Bay Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bay Park Elementary?

23.0% of students at Bay Park 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher Ratio
26.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Diego County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

District

San Diego Unified
District Enrollment
95,492
Schools in District
175
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,828
District Rank
#54 of 174

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