Needs Improvement
#9310 of 9,539 schools in CA
Paradise Hills Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
5816 Alleghany St., San Diego, CA 92139
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,310 of 9,539
In San Diego
#286 of 288
public schools
In district
#173 of 174
San Diego Unified
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About Paradise Hills Elementary
Paradise Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Paradise Hills Elementary serves approximately 220 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Paradise Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #9,310 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Paradise Hills Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Paradise Hills Elementary runs 24.4:1 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.
41% of students at Paradise Hills Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Paradise Hills Elementary — Students at Paradise Hills Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 1.8/10.
How Paradise Hills Elementary Compares
See how Paradise Hills 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
5816 Alleghany St., San Diego, CA 92139
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Paradise Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nye Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bethune K-8 (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Penn Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ira Harbison National City | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Palmer Way National City | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Perry Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Granger Junior High National City | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Faithful Ambassadors Bible Baptist Academy National City | 0.7 mi | — |
| Lincoln Acres National City | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Pacific View Leadership Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Srinivasan School San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| Nye Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Las Palmas National City | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| San Diego SCPA San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Bethune K-8 San Diego | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| San Diego Workforce Innovation High National City | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Penn Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Ingenuity Charter San Diego | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| The O'Farrell Charter San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Valencia Park Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| El Toyon Elementary National City | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Rancho de la Nacion National City | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Knox Middle San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92139 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,381
Median Home Value
$598,500
Median Rent
$2,107/mo
Population
34,780
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
60.2%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
36.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Paradise Hills Elementary
What grades does Paradise Hills Elementary serve?
Paradise Hills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Paradise Hills Elementary?
Paradise Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 220 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Paradise Hills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Paradise Hills Elementary is 24.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Paradise Hills Elementary rank in CA?
Paradise Hills Elementary ranks #9,310 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Paradise Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Paradise Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Paradise Hills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Paradise Hills Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Paradise Hills Elementary a charter school?
No, Paradise Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Paradise Hills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Paradise Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Paradise Hills Elementary?
76.4% of students at Paradise Hills 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
- 220
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.9%
- Phone
- (619) 344-5200
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #173 of 174
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