Very Good
#3332 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Garden Road Elementary
Elementary School · Poway Unified
14614 Garden Rd., Poway, CA 92064
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,332 of 9,539
In Poway
#5 of 13
public schools
In district
#29 of 38
Poway Unified
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Garden Road Elementary
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About Garden Road Elementary
Garden Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Poway, CA, part of Poway Unified. Garden Road Elementary serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,332 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Garden Road Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Garden Road Elementary — Students at Garden Road Elementary score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 6.5/10.
How Garden Road Elementary Compares
See how Garden Road Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
14614 Garden Rd., Poway, CA 92064
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tierra Bonita Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pomerado Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Midland Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Poway, see our Poway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SKILLS LEARNING CENTER Poway | 1.0 mi | — |
| Pacific Coast Academy Poway | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Cabrillo Point Academy Poway | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Midland Elementary Poway | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Twin Peaks Middle Poway | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Poway | 2.0 mi | — |
| Tierra Bonita Elementary Poway | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| ST GREGORY THE GREAT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Diego | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| CHILDRENS PRESCHOOL LEARNING CENTER Poway | 1.9 mi | — |
| Valley Elementary Poway | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Poway High Poway | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| THE GROWING PLACE MONTESSORI Poway | 3.0 mi | — |
| Abraxas Continuation High Poway | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Pomerado Elementary Poway | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| DISCOVERY ISLE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Poway | 3.2 mi | — |
| Meadowbrook Middle Poway | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| NEWBRIDGE SCHOOL Poway | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| NewBridge School Poway | 3.1 mi | — |
| The Koonings Center Poway | 3.1 mi | — |
| THE KOONINGS CENTER Poway | 3.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,201
Median Home Value
$971,600
Median Rent
$2,261/mo
Population
48,555
College Educated
53.5%
Homeownership
75.7%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden Road Elementary
What grades does Garden Road Elementary serve?
Garden Road Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Garden Road Elementary?
Garden Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden Road Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden Road Elementary is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden Road Elementary rank in CA?
Garden Road Elementary ranks #3,332 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Garden Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Garden Road Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden Road Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garden Road Elementary a charter school?
No, Garden Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden Road Elementary a Title I school?
No, Garden Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden Road Elementary?
19.5% of students at Garden Road 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
- 532
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (858) 748-0230
Resources & Links
District
Poway Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,935
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,231
- District Rank
- #29 of 38
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