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#4386 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
Based on limited data
Nipaquay Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
7900 Civita Blvd., San Diego, CA 92108
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,386 of 9,539
In San Diego
#167 of 288
public schools
In district
#108 of 174
San Diego Unified
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Nipaquay Elementary
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About Nipaquay Elementary
Nipaquay Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Nipaquay Elementary serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Nipaquay Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,386 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Nipaquay Elementary show 41% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Nipaquay Elementary runs 23.8:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Nipaquay Elementary — Students at Nipaquay Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
How Nipaquay Elementary Compares
See how Nipaquay Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7900 Civita Blvd., San Diego, CA 92108
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nipaquay Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Birney Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is San Diego Cooperative Charter (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Garfield Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Elevate San Diego | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Fletcher Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| CHILDREN'S GROWING CENTER-FIRST UNITED METHODIST San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| Urban Skills Center San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| Cook Education Center San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| URBAN SKILLS CENTER San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| COOK EDUCATION CENTER San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| WARREN-WALKER MIDDLE SCHOOL San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| San Diego County Court San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| ACADEMY OF OUR LADY OF PEACE San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Jones Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Chesterton Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Carson Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Birney Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| San Diego Cooperative Charter San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Home & Hosp/Transition Support San Diego | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Garfield Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Montgomery Middle San Diego | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Kearny Digital Media & Design San Diego | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Kearny School of Biomedical Science and Technology San Diego | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,704
Median Home Value
$606,600
Median Rent
$2,731/mo
Population
24,401
College Educated
58.2%
Homeownership
28.8%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
33.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANNELIESE SCHOOLS, INC. Laguna Beach, CA | 6.6 |
| Adams Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.6 |
| Aldama Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
| Angeles Mesa Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
| Arts In Action Community Charter Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
| BELMONT OAKS ACADEMY Belmont, CA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nipaquay Elementary
What grades does Nipaquay Elementary serve?
Nipaquay Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Nipaquay Elementary?
Nipaquay Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nipaquay Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Nipaquay Elementary is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nipaquay Elementary rank in CA?
Nipaquay Elementary ranks #4,386 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Nipaquay Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Nipaquay Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Nipaquay Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nipaquay Elementary has 41% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).
Is Nipaquay Elementary a charter school?
No, Nipaquay Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nipaquay Elementary a Title I school?
No, Nipaquay Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nipaquay Elementary?
43.0% of students at Nipaquay 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.1%
- Phone
- (619) 605-1900
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #108 of 174
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