Average
#5186 of 9,539 schools in CA
Elevate
Elementary School · Elevate District
2285 Murray Ridge Rd., San Diego, CA 92123
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
476
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,186 of 9,539
In San Diego
#177 of 288
public schools
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Elevate
Elementary School in San Diego · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Elevate
Elevate is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Elevate District. Elevate serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Elevate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,186 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Elevate show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Elevate runs 21.6:1 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.
Elevate is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Elevate — Students at Elevate score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.4/10.
How Elevate Compares
See how Elevate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2285 Murray Ridge Rd., San Diego, CA 92123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elevate may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chesterton Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Juarez Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Nipaquay Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jones Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Nipaquay Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| San Diego County Court San Diego | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Fletcher Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Angier Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Cook Education Center San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| URBAN SKILLS CENTER San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| COOK EDUCATION CENTER San Diego | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Urban Skills Center San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| CHILDREN'S GROWING CENTER-FIRST UNITED METHODIST San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| WARREN-WALKER MIDDLE SCHOOL San Diego | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Juarez Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Chesterton Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| St. Columba Catholic School San Diego | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST COLUMBA SCHOOL San Diego | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Taft Middle San Diego | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Wegeforth Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| School for Entrepreneurship and Technology San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Kearny Digital Media & Design San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Kearny School of Biomedical Science and Technology San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
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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|---|---|
| ADVENTURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roseville, CA | 6.1 |
| Aeolian Elementary Whittier, CA | 6.1 |
| Angier Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.1 |
| Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz, CA | 6.1 |
| Betty Plasencia Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.1 |
| Bishop Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elevate
What grades does Elevate serve?
Elevate serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Elevate?
Elevate has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elevate?
The student-teacher ratio at Elevate is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elevate rank in CA?
Elevate ranks #5,186 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Elevate's MySchoolScout rating?
Elevate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Elevate?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elevate has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Elevate a charter school?
Yes, Elevate is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Elevate a Title I school?
No, Elevate is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elevate?
43.7% of students at Elevate 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
- 476
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.9%
- Phone
- (858) 751-4774
Resources & Links
District
Elevate District- District Enrollment
- 476
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,857
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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