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#5149 of 9,539 schools in CA
Crawford High
High School · San Diego Unified
4191 Colts Way, San Diego, CA 92115
Enrollment
1,276
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,276
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,149 of 9,539
In San Diego
#176 of 288
public schools
In district
#114 of 174
San Diego Unified
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Crawford High
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About Crawford High
Crawford High is a public high school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Crawford High serves approximately 1,276 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Crawford High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,149 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Crawford High show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Crawford High runs 25:1 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.
31% of students at Crawford High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Crawford High — Students at Crawford High score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.2%
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.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Crawford High Compares
See how Crawford High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4191 Colts Way, San Diego, CA 92115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crawford High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hoover High (rated 6.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, City Heights Preparatory Charter (rated 5.5/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| City Heights Preparatory Charter San Diego | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Mann Middle San Diego | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Iftin Charter San Diego | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Diego Hills Central Public Charter San Diego | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Fay Elementary San Diego | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| St. Katharine Drexel Academy San Diego | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST KATHARINE DREXEL ACADEMY San Diego | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Masons best San Diego | 0.6 mi | — |
| Darnall Charter San Diego | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| NATIVITY PREP ACADEMY San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Ibarra Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| The Waldorf School of San Diego San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| Marshall Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Carver Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Euclid Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Hardy Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Oak Park Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Clay Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Language Academy San Diego | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Hoover High San Diego | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,178
Median Home Value
$722,500
Median Rent
$1,875/mo
Population
64,011
College Educated
38.5%
Homeownership
40.1%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Median Age
29
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crawford High
What grades does Crawford High serve?
Crawford High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Crawford High?
Crawford High has an enrollment of approximately 1,276 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crawford High?
The student-teacher ratio at Crawford High is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crawford High rank in CA?
Crawford High ranks #5,149 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Crawford High's MySchoolScout rating?
Crawford High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Crawford High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Crawford High has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Crawford High a charter school?
No, Crawford High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crawford High a Title I school?
No, Crawford High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crawford High?
88.2% of students at Crawford High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,276
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (619) 362-3700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #114 of 174
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