Very Good
#2379 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 25% in state
Pacific Beach Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
1234 Tourmaline St., San Diego, CA 92109
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
25.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,379 of 9,539
In San Diego
#122 of 288
public schools
In district
#75 of 174
San Diego Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Pacific Beach Elementary
Pacific Beach Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Pacific Beach Elementary serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pacific Beach Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,379 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Pacific Beach Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Pacific Beach Elementary runs 25.5:1 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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Pacific Beach Elementary — Students at Pacific Beach Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.9%
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: 7.1/10.
How Pacific Beach Elementary Compares
See how Pacific Beach 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
1234 Tourmaline St., San Diego, CA 92109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pacific Beach Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Barnard Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is La Jolla Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby La Jolla), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cadman Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Pacific Beach Middle San Diego | 0.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Bird Rock Elementary La Jolla | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Sessions Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Greenfield EDU La Jolla | 1.1 mi | — |
| Crown Point Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| The Evans School La Jolla | 1.7 mi | — |
| All Hallows Academy La Jolla | 1.7 mi | — |
| ALL HALLOWS ACADEMY La Jolla | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| SAN DIEGO FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL La Jolla | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| San Diego French-American School La Jolla | 1.8 mi | — |
| Barnard Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Mission Bay High San Diego | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Muirlands Middle La Jolla | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| La Jolla High La Jolla | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| La Jolla Elementary La Jolla | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| THE GILLISPIE SCHOOL La Jolla | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Gillispie School La Jolla | 2.4 mi | — |
| Cadman Elementary San Diego | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| LA JOLLA VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Jolla | 2.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,300
Median Home Value
$1,136,000
Median Rent
$2,362/mo
Population
44,456
College Educated
70.3%
Homeownership
31.4%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
33.5
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| A. L. Conner Elementary Orange Cove, CA | 7.6 |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
| Birch Grove Intermediate Newark, CA | 7.6 |
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 7.6 |
| Cadwallader Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
| California Creative Learning Academy Los Angeles, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pacific Beach Elementary
What grades does Pacific Beach Elementary serve?
Pacific Beach Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pacific Beach Elementary?
Pacific Beach Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pacific Beach Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pacific Beach Elementary is 25.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pacific Beach Elementary rank in CA?
Pacific Beach Elementary ranks #2,379 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Pacific Beach Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pacific Beach Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Pacific Beach Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pacific Beach Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pacific Beach Elementary a charter school?
No, Pacific Beach Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pacific Beach Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pacific Beach Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pacific Beach Elementary?
38.9% of students at Pacific Beach 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
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.8%
- Phone
- (619) 605-4200
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #75 of 174
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