Very Good
#2857 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Iftin Charter
Elementary School · Iftin Charter District
5465 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, CA 92115
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
42.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
42.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,857 of 9,539
In San Diego
#134 of 288
public schools
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Iftin Charter
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About Iftin Charter
Iftin Charter is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Iftin Charter District. Iftin Charter serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 42.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Iftin Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,857 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Iftin Charter show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Iftin Charter runs 42.5:1 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.
Iftin Charter 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.
Score Breakdown
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Iftin Charter — Students at Iftin Charter score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.8/10.
How Iftin Charter Compares
See how Iftin Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5465 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, CA 92115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Iftin Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Language Academy (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Marshall Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST KATHARINE DREXEL ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mann Middle San Diego | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Diego Hills Central Public Charter San Diego | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| St. Katharine Drexel Academy San Diego | 0.2 mi | — |
| ST KATHARINE DREXEL ACADEMY San Diego | 0.2 mi | 7.4 |
| City Heights Preparatory Charter San Diego | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Crawford High San Diego | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Fay Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| NATIVITY PREP ACADEMY San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Ibarra Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Masons best San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| Darnall Charter San Diego | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Hardy Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Euclid Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| The Waldorf School of San Diego San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| Marshall Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Carver Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Language Academy San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Clay Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Hoover High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
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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| BRIDGES Charter Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.3 |
| Baldwin Stocker Elementary Arcadia, CA | 7.3 |
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| Bret Harte Elementary Burbank, CA | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Iftin Charter
What grades does Iftin Charter serve?
Iftin Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Iftin Charter?
Iftin Charter has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Iftin Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Iftin Charter is 42.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Iftin Charter rank in CA?
Iftin Charter ranks #2,857 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Iftin Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Iftin Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Iftin Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Iftin Charter has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Iftin Charter a charter school?
Yes, Iftin Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Iftin Charter a Title I school?
No, Iftin Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Iftin Charter?
81.6% of students at Iftin Charter 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 42.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.1%
- Phone
- (619) 265-2411
Resources & Links
District
Iftin Charter District- District Enrollment
- 468
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,696
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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