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#5724 of 9,539 schools in CA
Florence Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
3914 First Ave., San Diego, CA 92103
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,724 of 9,539
In San Diego
#188 of 288
public schools
In district
#122 of 174
San Diego Unified
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Florence Elementary
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About Florence Elementary
Florence Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Florence Elementary serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Florence Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,724 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Florence Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Florence Elementary — Students at Florence Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 3.5/10.
How Florence Elementary Compares
See how Florence 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
3914 First Ave., San Diego, CA 92103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Florence Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Birney Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Grant K-8 (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACES 2020 LLC, DBA: Aces Academy San Diego | 0.3 mi | — |
| ACES 2020 LLC DBA: ACES ACADEMY San Diego | 0.4 mi | — |
| COMMUNITY TRANSITION ACADEMY San Diego | 0.4 mi | — |
| Montessori Explorer San Diego | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| St. Vincent de Paul San Diego | 0.5 mi | — |
| Grant K-8 San Diego | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Aseltine School San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| ASELTINE SCHOOL San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| Museum San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Home & Hosp/Transition Support San Diego | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Birney Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Roosevelt International Middle San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Old Town Academy K-8 Charter San Diego | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Washington Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| City Tree Christian San Diego | 1.8 mi | — |
| CITY TREE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Diego | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| San Diego County Community San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Francis Parker School San Diego | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,887
Median Home Value
$986,800
Median Rent
$2,020/mo
Population
34,817
College Educated
63.3%
Homeownership
35.3%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
41.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Florence Elementary
What grades does Florence Elementary serve?
Florence Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Florence Elementary?
Florence Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Florence Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Florence Elementary is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Florence Elementary rank in CA?
Florence Elementary ranks #5,724 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Florence Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Florence Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Florence Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Florence Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Florence Elementary a charter school?
No, Florence Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Florence Elementary a Title I school?
No, Florence Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Florence Elementary?
70.9% of students at Florence 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
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.6%
- Phone
- (619) 344-5900
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #122 of 174
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