Needs Improvement
#9208 of 9,539 schools in CA
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary
Elementary School · South Bay Union
2001 Rimbey St., San Diego, CA 92154
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
294
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,208 of 9,539
In San Diego
#279 of 288
public schools
In district
#9 of 12
South Bay Union
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Godfrey G. Berry Elementary
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About Godfrey G. Berry Elementary
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of South Bay Union. Godfrey G.
Berry Elementary serves approximately 294 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Godfrey G. Berry Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #9,208 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Godfrey G. Berry Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary runs 24.5:1 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.
58% of students at Godfrey G. Berry 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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Godfrey G. Berry Elementary — Students at Godfrey G. Berry Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.4%
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: 3.0/10.
How Godfrey G. Berry Elementary Compares
See how Godfrey G. Berry Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2001 Rimbey St., San Diego, CA 92154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Godfrey G. Berry Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emory Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nestor Language Academy Charter (rated 5.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Emory Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Mar Vista Academy San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Southwest Senior High San Diego | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Nestor Language Academy Charter San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Teofilo Mendoza San Diego | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| St. Charles Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Launch Virtual Academy San Diego | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Southwest Middle San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Sunnyslope Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Refugio de Amor Academy San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| Central Elementary Imperial Beach | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Accelerated Academics San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| OCEAN VIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Oneonta Elementary Imperial Beach | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| George Nicoloff Elementary San Ysidro | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Imperial Beach | 1.5 mi | — |
| Bayside STEAM Academy Imperial Beach | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| SBUSD Virtual Academy Imperial Beach | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Imperial Beach Charter Imperial Beach | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
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
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|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 3.2 |
| Alice Birney Elementary Eureka, CA | 3.2 |
| Allendale Elementary Oakland, CA | 3.2 |
| Arlington Heights Elementary Citrus Heights, CA | 3.2 |
| Costano Elementary East Palo Alto, CA | 3.2 |
| Dingle Elementary Woodland, CA | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Godfrey G. Berry Elementary
What grades does Godfrey G. Berry Elementary serve?
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Godfrey G. Berry Elementary?
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 294 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Godfrey G. Berry Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Godfrey G. Berry Elementary is 24.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Godfrey G. Berry Elementary rank in CA?
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary ranks #9,208 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Godfrey G. Berry Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Godfrey G. Berry Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Godfrey G. Berry Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Godfrey G. Berry Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Godfrey G. Berry Elementary a charter school?
No, Godfrey G. Berry Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Godfrey G. Berry Elementary a Title I school?
No, Godfrey G. Berry Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Godfrey G. Berry Elementary?
71.4% of students at Godfrey G. Berry 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 294
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.5%
- Phone
- (619) 628-3500
Resources & Links
District
South Bay Union- District Enrollment
- 5,595
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,202
- District Rank
- #9 of 12
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