Below Average
#7679 of 9,539 schools in CA
Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary
Elementary School · Chula Vista Elementary
3950 Byrd St., San Diego, CA 92154
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,679 of 9,539
In San Diego
#246 of 288
public schools
In district
#37 of 42
Chula Vista Elementary
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary
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About Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary
Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Chula Vista Elementary. Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,679 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Finney (myrtle S.) 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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Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary — Students at Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary Compares
See how Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary 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
3950 Byrd St., San Diego, CA 92154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valle Lindo Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Chula Vista), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rohr (Fred H.) Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Chula Vista), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Silver Wing Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Juarez-Lincoln Elementary San Diego | 0.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Silver Wing Elementary San Diego | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| CWB Academy Chula Vista | 0.7 mi | — |
| Montgomery Middle San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Los Altos Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Otay Elementary Chula Vista | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Howard Pence Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Montgomery Senior High San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Loma Verde Elementary Chula Vista | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Rohr (Fred H.) Elementary Chula Vista | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| La Mirada Elementary San Ysidro | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Smythe Elementary San Ysidro | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Castle Park Senior High Chula Vista | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Montgomery (John J.) Elementary Chula Vista | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Castle Park Middle Chula Vista | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| MAAC Community Charter Chula Vista | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| George Nicoloff Elementary San Ysidro | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Vista Del Mar San Ysidro | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Valle Lindo Elementary Chula Vista | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Accelerated Academics San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,035
Median Home Value
$606,400
Median Rent
$2,143/mo
Population
82,832
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.7 |
| Aspire University Charter Modesto, CA | 4.7 |
| Aurora Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 4.7 |
| Belle Haven Elementary Menlo Park, CA | 4.7 |
| Blackford Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.7 |
| Box Springs Elementary Moreno Valley, CA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary
What grades does Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary serve?
Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary?
Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary rank in CA?
Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary ranks #7,679 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Finney (myrtle S.) Elementary?
60.1% of students at Finney (myrtle S.) 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (619) 690-1334
Resources & Links
District
Chula Vista Elementary- District Enrollment
- 22,285
- Schools in District
- 43
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,258
- District Rank
- #37 of 42
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