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#4385 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
Ibarra Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
4877 Orange Ave., San Diego, CA 92115
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,385 of 9,539
In San Diego
#166 of 288
public schools
In district
#107 of 174
San Diego Unified
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Ibarra Elementary
Ibarra Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Ibarra Elementary serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ibarra Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,385 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ibarra Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ibarra 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.
41% of students at Ibarra 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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Ibarra Elementary — Students at Ibarra Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.4%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Ibarra Elementary Compares
See how Ibarra Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4877 Orange Ave., San Diego, CA 92115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ibarra Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Park Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marshall Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST KATHARINE DREXEL ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Euclid Elementary San Diego | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Fay Elementary San Diego | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| City Heights Preparatory Charter San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Marshall Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Hoover High San Diego | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Diego Hills Central Public Charter San Diego | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| The Waldorf School of San Diego San Diego | 0.7 mi | — |
| Mann Middle San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Iftin Charter San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Crawford High San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Franklin Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Clark Middle San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Katharine Drexel Academy San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST KATHARINE DREXEL ACADEMY San Diego | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Joyner Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Hamilton Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Health Sciences High and Middle College San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Wilson Middle San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Oak Park Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,178
Median Home Value
$722,500
Median Rent
$1,875/mo
Population
64,011
College Educated
38.5%
Homeownership
40.1%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Median Age
29
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| ANNELIESE SCHOOLS, INC. Laguna Beach, CA | 6.6 |
| Adams Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.6 |
| Aldama Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
| Allen Avenue Elementary San Dimas, CA | 6.6 |
| Altadena Elementary Altadena, CA | 6.6 |
| Anderson (Linford L.) Elementary Dixon, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ibarra Elementary
What grades does Ibarra Elementary serve?
Ibarra Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ibarra Elementary?
Ibarra Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ibarra Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ibarra 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 Ibarra Elementary rank in CA?
Ibarra Elementary ranks #4,385 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ibarra Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ibarra Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Ibarra Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ibarra Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ibarra Elementary a charter school?
No, Ibarra Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ibarra Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ibarra Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ibarra Elementary?
93.4% of students at Ibarra 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
- 392
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.1%
- Phone
- (619) 641-5400
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #107 of 174
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