Excellent
#524 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
Silver Gate Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
1499 Venice St., San Diego, CA 92107
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#524 of 9,539
In San Diego
#31 of 288
public schools
In district
#19 of 174
San Diego Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Silver Gate Elementary
Silver Gate Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Silver Gate Elementary serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 25.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Silver Gate Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #524 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Silver Gate Elementary show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Silver Gate Elementary runs 25.6:1 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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Silver Gate Elementary — Students at Silver Gate Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 9.4/10.
How Silver Gate Elementary Compares
See how Silver Gate 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
1499 Venice St., San Diego, CA 92107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Silver Gate Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocean Beach Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sunset View Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cabrillo Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Warren-Walker School San Diego | 0.4 mi | — |
| WARREN-WALKER SCHOOL San Diego | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Sunset View Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Dana San Diego | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Ocean Beach Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Community School of San Diego High School San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| Cabrillo Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Point Loma High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Correia Middle San Diego | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Loma Portal Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| High Tech High Media Arts San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| High Tech Elementary Explorer San Diego | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| High Tech Middle Media Arts San Diego | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| High Tech High International San Diego | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| THE ROCK ACADEMY San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| High Tech Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| High Tech Middle San Diego | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| High Tech High San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| BANYA TREE COMPASS ACADEMY San Diego | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,262
Median Home Value
$1,218,200
Median Rent
$2,208/mo
Population
29,789
College Educated
61.6%
Homeownership
37.2%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
36.4
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| Austin Creek Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 8.8 |
| Aveson School of Leaders Altadena, CA | 8.8 |
| Bollinger Canyon Elementary San Ramon, CA | 8.8 |
| Brookvale Elementary Fremont, CA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Silver Gate Elementary
What grades does Silver Gate Elementary serve?
Silver Gate Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Silver Gate Elementary?
Silver Gate Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Silver Gate Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Silver Gate Elementary is 25.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Silver Gate Elementary rank in CA?
Silver Gate Elementary ranks #524 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Silver Gate Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Silver Gate Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Silver Gate Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Silver Gate Elementary has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Silver Gate Elementary a charter school?
No, Silver Gate Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Silver Gate Elementary a Title I school?
No, Silver Gate Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silver Gate Elementary?
19.0% of students at Silver Gate 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 410
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.7%
- Phone
- (619) 222-1139
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #19 of 174
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