Very Good
#3550 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 37% in state
Pomerado Elementary
Elementary School · Poway Unified
12321 Ninth St., Poway, CA 92064
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
21.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,550 of 9,539
In Poway
#6 of 13
public schools
In district
#32 of 38
Poway Unified
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Pomerado Elementary
Pomerado Elementary is a public elementary school in Poway, CA, part of Poway Unified. Pomerado Elementary serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pomerado Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,550 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Pomerado Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Pomerado 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.
Score Breakdown
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Pomerado Elementary — Students at Pomerado Elementary score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.8%
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: 6.6/10.
How Pomerado Elementary Compares
See how Pomerado Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12321 Ninth St., Poway, CA 92064
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pomerado Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Scripps Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Morning Creek Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Creekside Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Poway, see our Poway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE GROWING PLACE MONTESSORI Poway | 0.1 mi | — |
| Meadowbrook Middle Poway | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| NEWBRIDGE SCHOOL Poway | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| The Koonings Center Poway | 0.6 mi | — |
| THE KOONINGS CENTER Poway | 0.6 mi | — |
| NewBridge School Poway | 0.6 mi | — |
| Abraxas Continuation High Poway | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Valley Elementary Poway | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Creekside Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| CHILDRENS PRESCHOOL LEARNING CENTER Poway | 1.1 mi | — |
| Shoal Creek Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| DISCOVERY ISLE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Poway | 1.8 mi | — |
| Highland Ranch Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Midland Elementary Poway | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Morning Creek Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Scripps Elementary San Diego | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Los Penasquitos Elementary San Diego | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| SKILLS LEARNING CENTER Poway | 2.1 mi | — |
| DOT TO DOT San Diego | 2.5 mi | — |
| ST MICHAEL'S SCHOOL Poway | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92064 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$144,201
Median Home Value
$971,600
Median Rent
$2,261/mo
Population
48,555
College Educated
53.5%
Homeownership
75.7%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
41.9
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| Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater, CA | 7.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pomerado Elementary
What grades does Pomerado Elementary serve?
Pomerado Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Pomerado Elementary?
Pomerado Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pomerado Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pomerado 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 Pomerado Elementary rank in CA?
Pomerado Elementary ranks #3,550 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Pomerado Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pomerado Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Pomerado Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pomerado Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pomerado Elementary a charter school?
No, Pomerado Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pomerado Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pomerado Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pomerado Elementary?
34.8% of students at Pomerado 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
- 342
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (858) 748-1320
Resources & Links
District
Poway Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,935
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,231
- District Rank
- #32 of 38
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