Very Good
#2608 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Loma Portal Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
3341 Browning St., San Diego, CA 92106
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,608 of 9,539
In San Diego
#129 of 288
public schools
In district
#80 of 174
San Diego Unified
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Loma Portal Elementary
Loma Portal Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Loma Portal Elementary serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Loma Portal Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,608 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Loma Portal Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Loma Portal Elementary runs 22.9:1 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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Loma Portal Elementary — Students at Loma Portal Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 7.1/10.
How Loma Portal Elementary Compares
See how Loma Portal 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
3341 Browning St., San Diego, CA 92106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Loma Portal Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Silver Gate Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cabrillo Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dewey Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Point Loma High San Diego | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| THE ROCK ACADEMY San Diego | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| High Tech High Media Arts San Diego | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| High Tech Elementary Explorer San Diego | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| High Tech Middle Media Arts San Diego | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| High Tech Middle San Diego | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| BANYA TREE COMPASS ACADEMY San Diego | 0.3 mi | — |
| High Tech High San Diego | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| High Tech High International San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| BANYAN TREE FOUNDATIONS ACADEMY San Diego | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| High Tech Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO ACADEMY San Diego | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Correia Middle San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Dana San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Dewey Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Cabrillo Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Urban Corps of San Diego County Charter San Diego | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Silver Gate Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Community School of San Diego High School San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,209
Median Home Value
$1,359,000
Median Rent
$2,231/mo
Population
20,863
College Educated
62.7%
Homeownership
59.6%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
38.7
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|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 7.5 |
| Alcott Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.5 |
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Loma Portal Elementary
What grades does Loma Portal Elementary serve?
Loma Portal Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Loma Portal Elementary?
Loma Portal Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Loma Portal Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Loma Portal Elementary is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Loma Portal Elementary rank in CA?
Loma Portal Elementary ranks #2,608 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Loma Portal Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Loma Portal Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Loma Portal Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Loma Portal Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Loma Portal Elementary a charter school?
No, Loma Portal Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Loma Portal Elementary a Title I school?
No, Loma Portal Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Loma Portal Elementary?
29.7% of students at Loma Portal 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.1%
- Phone
- (619) 223-1683
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #80 of 174
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