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#3994 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 42% in state
Juarez Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
2633 Melbourne Dr., San Diego, CA 92123
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher
26.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,994 of 9,539
In San Diego
#156 of 288
public schools
In district
#98 of 174
San Diego Unified
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Juarez Elementary
Juarez Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Juarez Elementary serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Juarez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,994 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Juarez Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Juarez Elementary runs 26.2:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Juarez Elementary — Students at Juarez Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.3%
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: 8.1/10.
How Juarez Elementary Compares
See how Juarez Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2633 Melbourne Dr., San Diego, CA 92123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Juarez Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOILLE SAN DIEGO HEBREW BAY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hancock Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cubberley Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cubberley Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Taft Middle San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Altus Schools Audeo San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ST COLUMBA SCHOOL San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| St. Columba Catholic School San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| Wegeforth Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Jones Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Nazareth School of San Diego San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| NAZARETH SCHOOL, SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Elevate San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Hancock Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Angier Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Soille San Diego Hebrew Day San Diego | 1.6 mi | — |
| SOILLE SAN DIEGO HEBREW BAY SCHOOL San Diego | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Le Lycée Français de San Diego San Diego | 1.7 mi | — |
| LE LYCEE FRANCAIS DE SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| School for Entrepreneurship and Technology San Diego | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Nipaquay Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| San Diego County Court San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ACADEMY OF OUR LADY OF PEACE San Diego | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,856
Median Home Value
$799,600
Median Rent
$2,798/mo
Population
32,999
College Educated
47.6%
Homeownership
43.9%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
36.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Juarez Elementary
What grades does Juarez Elementary serve?
Juarez Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Juarez Elementary?
Juarez Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Juarez Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Juarez Elementary is 26.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Juarez Elementary rank in CA?
Juarez Elementary ranks #3,994 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Juarez Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Juarez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Juarez Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Juarez Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Juarez Elementary a charter school?
No, Juarez Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Juarez Elementary a Title I school?
No, Juarez Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juarez Elementary?
55.3% of students at Juarez 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
- 262
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.5%
- Phone
- (858) 935-2800
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #98 of 174
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