Needs Improvement
#9226 of 9,539 schools in CA
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter
Elementary School · Old Town Academy K-8 Charter District
2120 San Diego Ave., San Diego, CA 92110
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
35.2:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
211
Student-Teacher
35.2:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,226 of 9,539
In San Diego
#281 of 288
public schools
Equity
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Old Town Academy K-8 Charter
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About Old Town Academy K-8 Charter
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Old Town Academy K-8 Charter District. Old Town Academy K-8 Charter serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 35.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Old Town Academy K-8 Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #9,226 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Old Town Academy K-8 Charter show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter runs 35.2:1 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.
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Old Town Academy K-8 Charter — Students at Old Town Academy K-8 Charter score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 1.4/10.
How Old Town Academy K-8 Charter Compares
See how Old Town Academy K-8 Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2120 San Diego Ave., San Diego, CA 92110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Old Town Academy K-8 Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Grant K-8 (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dewey Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| TRACE San Diego | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| iHigh Virtual Academy San Diego | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Grant K-8 San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Urban Corps of San Diego County Charter San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| St. Vincent de Paul San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Dewey Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Sun & Moon San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO ACADEMY San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| San Diego County Community San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Florence Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| BANYAN TREE FOUNDATIONS ACADEMY San Diego | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| BANYA TREE COMPASS ACADEMY San Diego | 1.6 mi | — |
| Francis Parker School San Diego | 1.8 mi | — |
| Empower Language Academy San Diego | 1.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Twain High San Diego | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| ACES 2020 LLC, DBA: Aces Academy San Diego | 1.6 mi | — |
| ACES 2020 LLC DBA: ACES ACADEMY San Diego | 1.7 mi | — |
| COMMUNITY TRANSITION ACADEMY San Diego | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,508
Median Home Value
$885,200
Median Rent
$2,298/mo
Population
31,186
College Educated
53.9%
Homeownership
36.1%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Belle Air Elementary San Bruno, CA | 3.1 |
| Borrego Springs Elementary Borrego Springs, CA | 3.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary Ventura, CA | 3.1 |
| Valley Vista Elementary Petaluma, CA | 3.1 |
| Worthington TK-6 Elementary Inglewood, CA | 3.1 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Old Town Academy K-8 Charter
What grades does Old Town Academy K-8 Charter serve?
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Old Town Academy K-8 Charter?
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Old Town Academy K-8 Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Old Town Academy K-8 Charter is 35.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Old Town Academy K-8 Charter rank in CA?
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter ranks #9,226 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Old Town Academy K-8 Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Old Town Academy K-8 Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Old Town Academy K-8 Charter has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Old Town Academy K-8 Charter a charter school?
Yes, Old Town Academy K-8 Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Old Town Academy K-8 Charter a Title I school?
No, Old Town Academy K-8 Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Old Town Academy K-8 Charter?
26.1% of students at Old Town Academy K-8 Charter 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 211
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 35.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.1%
- Phone
- (619) 574-6225
Resources & Links
District
Old Town Academy K-8 Charter District- District Enrollment
- 211
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,569
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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