Excellent
#1062 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 11% in state
Holly Drive Leadership Academy
Elementary School · Holly Drive Leadership Academy District
4801 Elm St., San Diego, CA 92102
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,062 of 9,539
In San Diego
#69 of 288
public schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Holly Drive Leadership Academy
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About Holly Drive Leadership Academy
Holly Drive Leadership Academy is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Holly Drive Leadership Academy District. Holly Drive Leadership Academy serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Holly Drive Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,062 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Holly Drive Leadership Academy show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 103 students, Holly Drive Leadership Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Holly Drive Leadership Academy 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.
41% of students at Holly Drive Leadership Academy 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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Holly Drive Leadership Academy — Students at Holly Drive Leadership Academy score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Holly Drive Leadership Academy Compares
See how Holly Drive Leadership Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4801 Elm St., San Diego, CA 92102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Holly Drive Leadership Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Park Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Marshall Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Rowan Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Webster Elementary San Diego | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Millennial Tech Middle San Diego | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Gompers Preparatory Academy San Diego | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Horton Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| America's Finest Charter San Diego | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Chollas/Mead Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| KIPP Adelante Preparatory Academy San Diego | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Hamilton Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Oak Park Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Johnson Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Lincoln High San Diego | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| St. Rita's School San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| Clark Middle San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ST RITA'S SCHOOL San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Rowan Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Porter Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| The Waldorf School of San Diego San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
| Marshall Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Joyner Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,319
Median Home Value
$646,600
Median Rent
$1,855/mo
Population
39,001
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
31%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
33.9
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| Happy Valley Elementary Santa Cruz, CA | 8.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Holly Drive Leadership Academy
What grades does Holly Drive Leadership Academy serve?
Holly Drive Leadership Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Holly Drive Leadership Academy?
Holly Drive Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Holly Drive Leadership Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Holly Drive Leadership Academy is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Holly Drive Leadership Academy rank in CA?
Holly Drive Leadership Academy ranks #1,062 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Holly Drive Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Holly Drive Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Holly Drive Leadership Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Holly Drive Leadership Academy has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Holly Drive Leadership Academy a charter school?
Yes, Holly Drive Leadership Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Holly Drive Leadership Academy a Title I school?
No, Holly Drive Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Holly Drive Leadership Academy?
83.5% of students at Holly Drive Leadership Academy 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 103
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.8%
- Phone
- (619) 266-7333
Resources & Links
District
Holly Drive Leadership Academy District- District Enrollment
- 103
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,293
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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