Very Good
#2169 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 23% in state
Shoal Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Poway Unified
11775 Shoal Creek Dr., San Diego, CA 92128
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
488
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,169 of 9,539
In San Diego
#110 of 288
public schools
In district
#22 of 38
Poway Unified
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Shoal Creek Elementary
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About Shoal Creek Elementary
Shoal Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Poway Unified. Shoal Creek Elementary serves approximately 488 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Shoal Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,169 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Shoal Creek Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Shoal Creek Elementary runs 23.2:1 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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Shoal Creek Elementary — Students at Shoal Creek Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.1%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Shoal Creek Elementary Compares
See how Shoal Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
11775 Shoal Creek Dr., San Diego, CA 92128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shoal Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rolling Hills Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Scripps Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dingeman Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Los Penasquitos Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Meadowbrook Middle Poway | 1.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Morning Creek Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Highland Ranch Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Pomerado Elementary Poway | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| THE GROWING PLACE MONTESSORI Poway | 1.3 mi | — |
| Abraxas Continuation High Poway | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Creekside Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| THE KOONINGS CENTER Poway | 1.6 mi | — |
| The Koonings Center Poway | 1.6 mi | — |
| NEWBRIDGE SCHOOL Poway | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| NewBridge School Poway | 1.6 mi | — |
| Rolling Hills Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| DOT TO DOT San Diego | 1.9 mi | — |
| Rancho Bernardo High San Diego | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Bernardo Heights Middle San Diego | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Dingeman Elementary San Diego | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| ST MICHAEL'S SCHOOL Poway | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Scripps Elementary San Diego | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Turtleback Elementary San Diego | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,150
Median Home Value
$875,400
Median Rent
$2,760/mo
Population
48,492
College Educated
64.3%
Homeownership
65.5%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
44.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shoal Creek Elementary
What grades does Shoal Creek Elementary serve?
Shoal Creek Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Shoal Creek Elementary?
Shoal Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 488 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shoal Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Shoal Creek Elementary is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shoal Creek Elementary rank in CA?
Shoal Creek Elementary ranks #2,169 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Shoal Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Shoal Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Shoal Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shoal Creek Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Shoal Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Shoal Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shoal Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Shoal Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shoal Creek Elementary?
14.1% of students at Shoal Creek 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
- 488
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.2%
- Phone
- (858) 613-9080
Resources & Links
District
Poway Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,935
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,231
- District Rank
- #22 of 38
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