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#6829 of 9,539 schools in CA
Perry Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
6290 Oriskany Rd., San Diego, CA 92139
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
363
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,829 of 9,539
In San Diego
#221 of 288
public schools
In district
#142 of 174
San Diego Unified
Equity
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Perry Elementary
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About Perry Elementary
Perry Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Perry Elementary serves approximately 363 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Perry Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,829 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Perry Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Perry Elementary runs 21.4:1 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.
34% of students at Perry 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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Perry Elementary — Students at Perry Elementary score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How Perry Elementary Compares
See how Perry 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
6290 Oriskany Rd., San Diego, CA 92139
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Perry Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nye Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bethune K-8 (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Penn 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 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Paradise Hills Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Bethune K-8 San Diego | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| San Diego SCPA San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Ira Harbison National City | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Nye Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Pacific View Leadership Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Srinivasan School San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| Ingenuity Charter San Diego | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| The O'Farrell Charter San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Penn Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Palmer Way National City | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Morse High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Granger Junior High National City | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Valencia Park Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Fulton K-8 San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Bell Middle San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Faithful Ambassadors Bible Baptist Academy National City | 1.3 mi | — |
| Zamorano Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Lincoln Acres National City | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Boone Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
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 Perry Elementary
What grades does Perry Elementary serve?
Perry Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Perry Elementary?
Perry Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 363 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Perry Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Perry Elementary is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Perry Elementary rank in CA?
Perry Elementary ranks #6,829 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Perry Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Perry Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Perry Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Perry Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Perry Elementary a charter school?
No, Perry Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Perry Elementary a Title I school?
No, Perry Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Perry Elementary?
74.1% of students at Perry 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
- 363
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (619) 479-4040
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #142 of 174
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