Very Good
#2592 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Los Penasquitos Elementary
Elementary School · Poway Unified
14125 Cuca St., San Diego, CA 92129
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
624
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,592 of 9,539
In San Diego
#126 of 288
public schools
In district
#25 of 38
Poway Unified
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Los Penasquitos Elementary
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About Los Penasquitos Elementary
Los Penasquitos Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Poway Unified. Los Penasquitos Elementary serves approximately 624 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Penasquitos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,592 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Los Penasquitos Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Los Penasquitos Elementary runs 25:1 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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Los Penasquitos Elementary — Students at Los Penasquitos Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.5%
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: 7.6/10.
How Los Penasquitos Elementary Compares
See how Los Penasquitos Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
14125 Cuca St., San Diego, CA 92129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Penasquitos Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rolling Hills Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dingeman Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morning Creek Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shoal Creek Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Morning Creek Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Rolling Hills Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Mt. Carmel High San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Black Mountain Middle San Diego | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Highland Ranch Elementary San Diego | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Sunset Hills Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Meadowbrook Middle Poway | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Oak Valley Middle San Diego | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Creekside Elementary San Diego | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| DOT TO DOT San Diego | 2.2 mi | — |
| RENAISSANCE VILLAGE ACADEMY San Diego | 2.0 mi | — |
| Pomerado Elementary Poway | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Turtleback Elementary San Diego | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL San Diego | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Abraxas Continuation High Poway | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| THE GROWING PLACE MONTESSORI Poway | 2.2 mi | — |
| Dingeman Elementary San Diego | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| THE KOONINGS CENTER Poway | 2.3 mi | — |
| The Koonings Center Poway | 2.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,626
Median Home Value
$1,018,100
Median Rent
$2,671/mo
Population
53,080
College Educated
63.8%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
41
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| Alpine Vista Tulare, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Riverside, CA | 7.5 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach, CA | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Penasquitos Elementary
What grades does Los Penasquitos Elementary serve?
Los Penasquitos Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Los Penasquitos Elementary?
Los Penasquitos Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 624 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Penasquitos Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Penasquitos Elementary is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Penasquitos Elementary rank in CA?
Los Penasquitos Elementary ranks #2,592 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Los Penasquitos Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Penasquitos 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 Los Penasquitos Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Penasquitos Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Los Penasquitos Elementary a charter school?
No, Los Penasquitos Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Penasquitos Elementary a Title I school?
No, Los Penasquitos Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Penasquitos Elementary?
38.5% of students at Los Penasquitos 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
- 624
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.4%
- Phone
- (858) 672-3600
Resources & Links
District
Poway Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,935
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,231
- District Rank
- #25 of 38
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