Excellent
#1213 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 13% in state
Cardiff Elementary
Elementary School · Cardiff Elementary
1888 Montgomery Ave., Cardiff-by-the-sea, CA 92007
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,213 of 9,539
In Cardiff-by-the-sea
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Cardiff Elementary
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Cardiff Elementary
Elementary School in Cardiff-by-the-sea · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Ada W. Harris Elementary
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About Cardiff Elementary
Cardiff Elementary is a public elementary school in Cardiff-by-the-sea, CA, part of Cardiff Elementary. Cardiff Elementary serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cardiff Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,213 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cardiff Elementary show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cardiff Elementary runs 22.2:1 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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Cardiff Elementary — Students at Cardiff Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
11.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 20 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: 7.7/10.
How Cardiff Elementary Compares
See how Cardiff Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1888 Montgomery Ave., Cardiff-by-the-sea, CA 92007
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cardiff Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Skyline Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Solana Beach), with a very similar rating. Another option is JCS - Mountain Oaks (rated 8.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Encinitas), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ada W. Harris Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cardiff-by-the-sea, see our Cardiff-by-the-sea schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ada W. Harris Elementary Cardiff-By-The-Sea | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Seeds of Hope Academy Encinitas | 0.9 mi | — |
| San Dieguito HS Academy Encinitas | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Norton High School Encinitas | 1.0 mi | — |
| Ocean Knoll Elementary Encinitas | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Village Gate Children's Academy Cardiff | 1.2 mi | — |
| VILLAGE GATE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Cardiff-By-The-Sea | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Sunset High (Continuation) Encinitas | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| JCS - Mountain Oaks Encinitas | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| PACIFIC ACADEMY Encinitas | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Oak Crest Middle Encinitas | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| JCS - Cedar Cove Julian | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| GRAUER SCHOOL THE Encinitas | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Grauer School, The Encinitas | 1.6 mi | — |
| ENCINITAS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Encinitas | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Encinitas Country Day School Encinitas | 1.8 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ENCINITAS Encinitas | 2.0 mi | — |
| Paul Ecke-Central Elementary Encinitas | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Skyline Elementary Solana Beach | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Earl Warren Middle Encinitas | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$165,063
Median Home Value
$1,808,200
Median Rent
$2,955/mo
Population
11,764
College Educated
68.7%
Homeownership
60.9%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
39
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|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Carmel, CA | 8.2 |
| ALTA VISTA SCHOOL San Francisco, CA | 8.2 |
| Aspen Meadow Public Fresno, CA | 8.2 |
| Aspen Valley Prep Academy Fresno, CA | 8.2 |
| BERKELEY HALL SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 8.2 |
| Buena Vista Arts-Integrated Montclair, CA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cardiff Elementary
What grades does Cardiff Elementary serve?
Cardiff Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Cardiff Elementary?
Cardiff Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cardiff Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cardiff Elementary is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cardiff Elementary rank in CA?
Cardiff Elementary ranks #1,213 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cardiff Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cardiff Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Cardiff Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cardiff Elementary has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Cardiff Elementary a charter school?
No, Cardiff Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cardiff Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cardiff Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cardiff Elementary?
11.2% of students at Cardiff 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 11.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (760) 632-5892
Resources & Links
District
Cardiff Elementary- District Enrollment
- 649
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,910
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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