Excellent
#1461 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
Spreckels Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
6033 Stadium St., San Diego, CA 92122
Enrollment
650
Student-Teacher
26:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
650
Student-Teacher
26:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,461 of 9,539
In San Diego
#83 of 288
public schools
In district
#52 of 174
San Diego Unified
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Spreckels Elementary
Spreckels Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Spreckels Elementary serves approximately 650 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26:1 student-teacher ratio. Spreckels Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,461 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Spreckels Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Spreckels Elementary runs 26:1 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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Spreckels Elementary — Students at Spreckels Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.8%
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: 8.4/10.
How Spreckels Elementary Compares
See how Spreckels 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
6033 Stadium St., San Diego, CA 92122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spreckels Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cadman Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Field Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Curie Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Standley Middle San Diego | 0.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Curie Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| University City High San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Doyle Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Whitman Elementary San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MISSION BAY MONTESSORI ACADEMY San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Alcott Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Field Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| TORAH HIGH SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| MARIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Diego | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Maria Montessori School San Diego | 1.7 mi | — |
| Hawthorne Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Learning Choice Academy Santee | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| FUSION SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Fusion Academy San Diego | 1.6 mi | — |
| Cadman Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| La Jolla Country Day School La Jolla | 2.0 mi | — |
| LA JOLLA COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL La Jolla | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| BETH MONTESSORI La Jolla | 1.8 mi | — |
| Torrey Pines Elementary La Jolla | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,825
Median Home Value
$1,005,000
Median Rent
$2,601/mo
Population
45,437
College Educated
74.3%
Homeownership
33.6%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
31.2
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| Amelia Earhart Elementary Alameda, CA | 8.1 |
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| Bathgate Elementary Mission Viejo, CA | 8.1 |
| Blossom Hill Elementary Los Gatos, CA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spreckels Elementary
What grades does Spreckels Elementary serve?
Spreckels Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Spreckels Elementary?
Spreckels Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 650 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spreckels Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Spreckels Elementary is 26:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spreckels Elementary rank in CA?
Spreckels Elementary ranks #1,461 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Spreckels Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Spreckels Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Spreckels Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spreckels Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Spreckels Elementary a charter school?
No, Spreckels Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spreckels Elementary a Title I school?
No, Spreckels Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spreckels Elementary?
35.8% of students at Spreckels 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
- 650
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.3%
- Phone
- (858) 453-5377
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #52 of 174
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