Very Good
#2606 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Cubberley Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
3201 Marathon Dr., San Diego, CA 92123
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,606 of 9,539
In San Diego
#128 of 288
public schools
In district
#78 of 174
San Diego Unified
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Cubberley Elementary
Cubberley Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Cubberley Elementary serves approximately 193 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cubberley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,606 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cubberley Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% 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
At 193 students, Cubberley 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.
Cubberley Elementary runs 24.1:1 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.
30% of students at Cubberley Elementary 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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Cubberley Elementary — Students at Cubberley Elementary score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44%
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: 8.3/10.
How Cubberley Elementary Compares
See how Cubberley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3201 Marathon Dr., San Diego, CA 92123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cubberley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Miller Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SOILLE SAN DIEGO HEBREW BAY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hancock Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Taft Middle San Diego | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST COLUMBA SCHOOL San Diego | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| St. Columba Catholic School San Diego | 0.5 mi | — |
| Juarez Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Wegeforth Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Jones Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Hancock Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Angier Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Soille San Diego Hebrew Day San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| SOILLE SAN DIEGO HEBREW BAY SCHOOL San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Le Lycée Français de San Diego San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| LE LYCEE FRANCAIS DE SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| School for Entrepreneurship and Technology San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Elevate San Diego | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Altus Schools Audeo San Diego | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Kreuger Academy San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
| Nazareth School of San Diego San Diego | 1.6 mi | — |
| NAZARETH SCHOOL, SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Miller Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| San Diego County Court San Diego | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,856
Median Home Value
$799,600
Median Rent
$2,798/mo
Population
32,999
College Educated
47.6%
Homeownership
43.9%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
36.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alcott Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.5 |
| BEECHWOOD SCHOOL Menlo Park, CA | 7.5 |
| Branch Elementary Arroyo Grande, CA | 7.5 |
| Chrysalis Charter Palo Cedro, CA | 7.5 |
| Garvanza Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.5 |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cubberley Elementary
What grades does Cubberley Elementary serve?
Cubberley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cubberley Elementary?
Cubberley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cubberley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cubberley Elementary is 24.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cubberley Elementary rank in CA?
Cubberley Elementary ranks #2,606 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cubberley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cubberley 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 Cubberley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cubberley Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cubberley Elementary a charter school?
No, Cubberley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cubberley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cubberley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cubberley Elementary?
44.0% of students at Cubberley 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
- 193
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (858) 496-8075
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #78 of 174
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