Excellent
#733 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Design 39 Campus
Elementary School · Poway Unified
17050 Del Sur Ridge Rd., San Diego, CA 92127
Enrollment
1,251
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,251
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#733 of 9,539
In San Diego
#42 of 288
public schools
In district
#4 of 38
Poway Unified
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Design 39 Campus
Elementary School in San Diego · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Design 39 Campus
Design 39 Campus is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Poway Unified. Design 39 Campus serves approximately 1,251 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Design 39 Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #733 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Design 39 Campus show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Design 39 Campus runs 25.5:1 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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Design 39 Campus — Students at Design 39 Campus score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.3%
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: 9.7/10.
How Design 39 Campus Compares
See how Design 39 Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
17050 Del Sur Ridge Rd., San Diego, CA 92127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Design 39 Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Adobe Bluffs Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rolling Hills Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Westwood Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Del Norte High San Diego | 0.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Stone Ranch Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MARANATHA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Monterey Ridge Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Del Sur Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Amazing Grace Christian School San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| Oak Valley Middle San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Praxis Elite Sports Academy San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| Poway to Palomar Middle College High San Diego | 2.0 mi | — |
| Turtleback Elementary San Diego | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Westwood Elementary San Diego | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Rolling Hills Elementary San Diego | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Willow Grove Elementary San Diego | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| LifeBridge Academy San Diego | 2.8 mi | — |
| Adobe Bluffs Elementary San Diego | 3.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Lifetime Montessori School San Diego | 3.0 mi | — |
| Black Mountain Middle San Diego | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Sunset Hills Elementary San Diego | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| RENAISSANCE VILLAGE ACADEMY San Diego | 3.4 mi | — |
| Mt. Carmel High San Diego | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,220
Median Home Value
$1,165,100
Median Rent
$2,642/mo
Population
50,711
College Educated
72.4%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
38.6
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| John L. Golden Elementary Etiwanda, CA | 8.6 |
| Leonardo Da Vinci Sacramento, CA | 8.6 |
| Luther Elementary Live Oak, CA | 8.6 |
| Patton Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 8.6 |
| Wolf Canyon Elementary Chula Vista, CA | 8.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Design 39 Campus
What grades does Design 39 Campus serve?
Design 39 Campus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Design 39 Campus?
Design 39 Campus has an enrollment of approximately 1,251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Design 39 Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Design 39 Campus is 25.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Design 39 Campus rank in CA?
Design 39 Campus ranks #733 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Design 39 Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Design 39 Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Design 39 Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Design 39 Campus has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Design 39 Campus a charter school?
No, Design 39 Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Design 39 Campus a Title I school?
No, Design 39 Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Design 39 Campus?
7.3% of students at Design 39 Campus 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,251
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.2%
- Phone
- (858) 676-6639
Resources & Links
District
Poway Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,935
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,231
- District Rank
- #4 of 38
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