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#3826 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 40% 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
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In San Diego
#137 of 288
public schools
California elementary schools
#2,456 of 5,817
In district
#91 of 174
San Diego Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Silver Gate Elementary
Silver Gate Elementary serves 410 students in kindergarten through fourth grade in San Diego's affluent 92107 zip code. With 16 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 25.6 to 1. This regular public elementary school has earned recognition as one of California's top-performing schools, ranking 664th out of 9,566 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 93rd percentile.
The school's academic excellence is evident in its impressive test scores, with 79% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and an outstanding 84% meeting or exceeding standards in mathematics. These strong results contribute to Silver Gate's MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and an academic score of 9.8 out of 10. Silver Gate Elementary draws from a well-educated community where 59% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $101,042.
The neighborhood maintains a low poverty rate of 9%, with median home values of $1,146,100 reflecting the area's desirability. Located on Venice Street, Silver Gate Elementary sits within San Diego's dynamic urban environment, serving families in this thriving coastal community.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Silver Gate Elementary is 25.6:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
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: 65%).
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 8 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: 5.7/10.
How Silver Gate Elementary Compares
See how Silver Gate Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 87% (2019) to 83.55% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 87% (2019) to 78.95% (2024).
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 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cabrillo Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Loma Portal Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. 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 | 7.3 |
| Dana San Diego | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Ocean Beach Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| 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 | 8.7 |
| Point Loma High San Diego | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Correia Middle San Diego | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Loma Portal Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| High Tech High Media Arts San Diego | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| High Tech Elementary Explorer San Diego | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| High Tech Middle Media Arts San Diego | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| High Tech High International San Diego | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| THE ROCK ACADEMY San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| High Tech Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| High Tech Middle San Diego | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| High Tech High San Diego | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| 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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Silver Gate Elementary has a median household income of $107,262. It is a well-educated community where 62% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,218,200, with a median rent of $2,208/month. The local poverty rate of 8.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| Antelope Elementary Red Bluff, CA | 6.8 |
| Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary Manhattan Beach, CA | 6.8 |
| Barfield Elementary Pomona, CA | 6.8 |
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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 is ranked #3826 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Silver Gate Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Silver Gate Elementary has a composite rating of 6.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Silver Gate Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Silver Gate Elementary has 84.4% math proficiency and 81.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,092/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Diego). Data >1 year old.
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
- Phone
- (619) 222-1139
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #91 of 174
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