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#5912 of 9,539 schools in CA
Johnson Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
1355 Kelton Rd., San Diego, CA 92114
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
270
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,912 of 9,539
In San Diego
#190 of 288
public schools
In district
#123 of 174
San Diego Unified
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Johnson Elementary
Johnson Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Johnson Elementary serves approximately 270 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Johnson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,912 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Johnson Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Johnson Elementary runs 20.8:1 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.
40% of students at Johnson 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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Johnson Elementary — Students at Johnson Elementary score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90%
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: 5.0/10.
How Johnson Elementary Compares
See how Johnson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1355 Kelton Rd., San Diego, CA 92114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Johnson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nye Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oak Park Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Holly Drive Leadership Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Oak Park Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Millennial Tech Middle San Diego | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Horton Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Gompers Preparatory Academy San Diego | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Holly Drive Leadership Academy San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| St. Rita's School San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST RITA'S SCHOOL San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Encanto Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| KIPP Adelante Preparatory Academy San Diego | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Webster Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Valencia Park Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Carver Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Ingenuity Charter San Diego | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| The O'Farrell Charter San Diego | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Lincoln High San Diego | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| America's Finest Charter San Diego | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Chollas/Mead Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Srinivasan School San Diego | 1.7 mi | — |
| Nye Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,171
Median Home Value
$604,300
Median Rent
$1,741/mo
Population
64,820
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
38
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Johnson Elementary
What grades does Johnson Elementary serve?
Johnson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Johnson Elementary?
Johnson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 270 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Johnson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Johnson Elementary is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Johnson Elementary rank in CA?
Johnson Elementary ranks #5,912 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Johnson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Johnson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Johnson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Johnson Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Johnson Elementary a charter school?
No, Johnson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Johnson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Johnson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Johnson Elementary?
90.0% of students at Johnson 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
- 270
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.4%
- Phone
- (619) 344-4900
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #123 of 174
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