Very Good
#2172 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 23% in state
Cabrillo Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
3120 Talbot St., San Diego, CA 92106
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
192
Student-Teacher
21.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,172 of 9,539
In San Diego
#111 of 288
public schools
In district
#67 of 174
San Diego Unified
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Cabrillo Elementary
Cabrillo Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Cabrillo Elementary serves approximately 192 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 21.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cabrillo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,172 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cabrillo Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 192 students, Cabrillo 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.
Cabrillo Elementary runs 21.3:1 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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Cabrillo Elementary — Students at Cabrillo Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 7.4/10.
How Cabrillo Elementary Compares
See how Cabrillo Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3120 Talbot St., San Diego, CA 92106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cabrillo Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocean Beach Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sunset View Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Silver Gate Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dana San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Silver Gate Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Sunset View Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| High Tech High International San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| High Tech Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| High Tech High Media Arts San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| High Tech Elementary Explorer San Diego | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| High Tech Middle Media Arts San Diego | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Point Loma High San Diego | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| High Tech High San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| High Tech Middle San Diego | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| THE ROCK ACADEMY San Diego | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Warren-Walker School San Diego | 1.4 mi | — |
| WARREN-WALKER SCHOOL San Diego | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Loma Portal Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| BANYAN TREE FOUNDATIONS ACADEMY San Diego | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| BANYA TREE COMPASS ACADEMY San Diego | 1.7 mi | — |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Ocean Beach Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Correia Middle San Diego | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,209
Median Home Value
$1,359,000
Median Rent
$2,231/mo
Population
20,863
College Educated
62.7%
Homeownership
59.6%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
38.7
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|---|---|
| Arete Charter Academy Grass Valley, CA | 7.7 |
| BARNHART SCHOOL Arcadia, CA | 7.7 |
| Benjamin Foxen Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.7 |
| Charter Alternative Program (CAP) Placerville, CA | 7.7 |
| Creekside Charter Olympic Valley, CA | 7.7 |
| El Sereno Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cabrillo Elementary
What grades does Cabrillo Elementary serve?
Cabrillo Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Cabrillo Elementary?
Cabrillo Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 192 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cabrillo Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cabrillo Elementary is 21.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cabrillo Elementary rank in CA?
Cabrillo Elementary ranks #2,172 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cabrillo Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cabrillo Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Cabrillo Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cabrillo Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cabrillo Elementary a charter school?
No, Cabrillo Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cabrillo Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cabrillo Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cabrillo Elementary?
66.1% of students at Cabrillo 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 192
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (619) 362-4000
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #67 of 174
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