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#7166 of 9,539 schools in CA
Rodriguez Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
825 South 31st St., San Diego, CA 92113
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
25.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,166 of 9,539
In San Diego
#231 of 288
public schools
In district
#148 of 174
San Diego Unified
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Rodriguez Elementary
Elementary School in San Diego · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Rodriguez Elementary
Rodriguez Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Rodriguez Elementary serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Rodriguez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,166 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rodriguez Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Rodriguez Elementary 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.
Rodriguez Elementary runs 25.1:1 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.
46% of students at Rodriguez 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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Rodriguez Elementary — Students at Rodriguez Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
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: 6.7/10.
How Rodriguez Elementary Compares
See how Rodriguez Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
825 South 31st St., San Diego, CA 92113
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rodriguez Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mountain View (rated 8.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is King-Chavez Academy of Excellence (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Albert Einstein Academies (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Logan Memorial Educational Campus San Diego | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Mountain View San Diego | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| King-Chavez Academy of Excellence San Diego | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| King-Chavez Primary Academy San Diego | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy San Diego | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Burbank Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Kimbrough Elementary San Diego | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| King-Chavez Preparatory Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Cristo Rey San Diego High School San Diego | 0.9 mi | — |
| CRISTO REY SAN DIEGO HIGH SCHOOL San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Baker Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Chavez Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Sherman Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Golden Hill K-8 San Diego | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Our Lady's School San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| OUR LADY'S SCHOOL San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Balboa Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Albert Einstein Academies San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Perkins K-8 San Diego | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rodriguez Elementary
What grades does Rodriguez Elementary serve?
Rodriguez Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Rodriguez Elementary?
Rodriguez Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rodriguez Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rodriguez Elementary is 25.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rodriguez Elementary rank in CA?
Rodriguez Elementary ranks #7,166 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rodriguez Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rodriguez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Rodriguez Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rodriguez Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rodriguez Elementary a charter school?
No, Rodriguez Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rodriguez Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rodriguez Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rodriguez Elementary?
90.7% of students at Rodriguez 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
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.8%
- Phone
- (619) 699-4500
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #148 of 174
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