Needs Improvement
#9038 of 9,539 schools in CA
Horton Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
5050 Guymon St., San Diego, CA 92102
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,038 of 9,539
In San Diego
#275 of 288
public schools
In district
#170 of 174
San Diego Unified
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About Horton Elementary
Horton Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Horton Elementary serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Horton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #9,038 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Horton Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Horton Elementary runs 21:1 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.
57% of students at Horton 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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Horton Elementary — Students at Horton Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 2.9/10.
How Horton Elementary Compares
See how Horton Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5050 Guymon St., San Diego, CA 92102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Horton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Park Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Holly Drive Leadership Academy (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Johnson Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP Adelante Preparatory Academy San Diego | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Millennial Tech Middle San Diego | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Gompers Preparatory Academy San Diego | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| St. Rita's School San Diego | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST RITA'S SCHOOL San Diego | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Lincoln High San Diego | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Chollas/Mead Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| America's Finest Charter San Diego | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Holly Drive Leadership Academy San Diego | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Porter Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Webster Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| MT ERIE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Mt. Erie Christian Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | — |
| Johnson Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Knox Middle San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Valencia Park Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Oak Park Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| San Diego Workforce Innovation High National City | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Srinivasan School San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Horton Elementary
What grades does Horton Elementary serve?
Horton Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Horton Elementary?
Horton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Horton Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Horton Elementary is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Horton Elementary rank in CA?
Horton Elementary ranks #9,038 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Horton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Horton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Horton Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Horton Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Horton Elementary a charter school?
No, Horton Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Horton Elementary a Title I school?
No, Horton Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Horton Elementary?
96.8% of students at Horton 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
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.6%
- Phone
- (619) 344-3700
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #170 of 174
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