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#5913 of 9,539 schools in CA
Riley/new Dawn
School · San Diego Unified
5650 Mt. Ackerly Dr., San Diego, CA 92111
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,913 of 9,539
In San Diego
#191 of 288
public schools
In district
#124 of 174
San Diego Unified
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Riley/new Dawn
Riley/new Dawn is a public school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Riley/new Dawn serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Riley/new Dawn has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,913 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Riley/new Dawn show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 164 students, Riley/new Dawn is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Riley/new Dawn sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Riley/new Dawn sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Riley/new Dawn — Students at Riley/new Dawn score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
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: 9.5/10.
How Riley/new Dawn Compares
See how Riley/new Dawn 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
5650 Mt. Ackerly Dr., San Diego, CA 92111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Riley/new Dawn may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mt. Everest Academy (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SAN DIEGO CENTER FOR CHILDREN ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRIGHT HORIZON ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Child's Primary, The San Diego | 0.2 mi | — |
| THE CHILD'S PRIMARY SCHOOL San Diego | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| High Tech Elementary Mesa San Diego | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| High Tech Middle Mesa San Diego | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| High Tech High Mesa San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| SCY HIGH (SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL) San Diego | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Southern California Yeshiva High School San Diego | 0.5 mi | — |
| San Diego Metro Career and Tech San Diego | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Holmes Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Mt. Everest Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Clairemont Canyons Academy San Diego | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Kavod Charter San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| SAN DIEGO CENTER FOR CHILDREN ACADEMY San Diego | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| San Diego Center for Children Academy San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| Linda Vista Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Ross Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| BRIGHT HORIZON ACADEMY San Diego | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| JAPANESE ACADEMY OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.1 mi | — |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Sequoia Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,081
Median Home Value
$754,300
Median Rent
$2,049/mo
Population
45,888
College Educated
43.4%
Homeownership
53.1%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
37.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Riley/new Dawn
What grades does Riley/new Dawn serve?
Riley/new Dawn serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Riley/new Dawn?
Riley/new Dawn has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Riley/new Dawn?
The student-teacher ratio at Riley/new Dawn is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Riley/new Dawn rank in CA?
Riley/new Dawn ranks #5,913 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Riley/new Dawn's MySchoolScout rating?
Riley/new Dawn has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Riley/new Dawn?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Riley/new Dawn has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Riley/new Dawn a charter school?
No, Riley/new Dawn is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Riley/new Dawn a Title I school?
No, Riley/new Dawn is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Riley/new Dawn?
75.0% of students at Riley/new Dawn 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 164
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.3%
- Phone
- (858) 302-3340
- 4-Year Graduation
- 30.0%
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #124 of 174
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