Below Average
#8488 of 9,539 schools in CA
Porter Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
4800 T St., San Diego, CA 92113
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,488 of 9,539
In San Diego
#267 of 288
public schools
In district
#166 of 174
San Diego Unified
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About Porter Elementary
Porter Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Porter Elementary serves approximately 648 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Porter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,488 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Porter Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Porter Elementary runs 24.9:1 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.
55% of students at Porter 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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Porter Elementary — Students at Porter Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.2%
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: 4.8/10.
How Porter Elementary Compares
See how Porter 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
4800 T St., San Diego, CA 92113
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Porter Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holly Drive Leadership Academy (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Balboa Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, El Toyon Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby National City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MT ERIE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Mt. Erie Christian Academy San Diego | 0.1 mi | — |
| Lincoln High San Diego | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Knox Middle San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| KIPP Adelante Preparatory Academy San Diego | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| ST RITA'S SCHOOL San Diego | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Chollas/Mead Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| St. Rita's School San Diego | 0.6 mi | — |
| Horton Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| America's Finest Charter San Diego | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| San Diego Workforce Innovation High National City | 0.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Rancho de la Nacion National City | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| El Toyon Elementary National City | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Gompers Preparatory Academy San Diego | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Baker Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Millennial Tech Middle San Diego | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Chavez Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Balboa Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Holly Drive Leadership Academy San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Valencia Park Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92113 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,177
Median Home Value
$559,100
Median Rent
$1,608/mo
Population
49,047
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
28.7%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.5%
Median Age
32
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|---|---|
| Anderson (Alex) Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.1 |
| Berylwood Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 4.1 |
| Bowling Green Elementary Sacramento, CA | 4.1 |
| Central Elementary Banning, CA | 4.1 |
| Charles Wright Elementary Merced, CA | 4.1 |
| Christine Sipherd Elementary Modesto, CA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Porter Elementary
What grades does Porter Elementary serve?
Porter Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Porter Elementary?
Porter Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 648 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Porter Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Porter Elementary is 24.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Porter Elementary rank in CA?
Porter Elementary ranks #8,488 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Porter Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Porter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Porter Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Porter Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Porter Elementary a charter school?
No, Porter Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Porter Elementary a Title I school?
No, Porter Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Porter Elementary?
95.2% of students at Porter 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 648
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.4%
- Phone
- (619) 266-7700
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #166 of 174
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