Very Good
#2975 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
Stone Ranch Elementary
Elementary School · Poway Unified
16150 4S Ranch Pkwy., San Diego, CA 92127
Enrollment
752
Student-Teacher
25.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
752
Student-Teacher
25.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,975 of 9,539
In San Diego
#136 of 288
public schools
In district
#27 of 38
Poway Unified
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Stone Ranch Elementary
Stone Ranch Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Poway Unified. Stone Ranch Elementary serves approximately 752 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Stone Ranch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,975 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Stone Ranch Elementary show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Stone Ranch Elementary runs 25.9:1 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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Stone Ranch Elementary — Students at Stone Ranch Elementary score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
8.9%
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: 7.6/10.
How Stone Ranch Elementary Compares
See how Stone Ranch Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16150 4S Ranch Pkwy., San Diego, CA 92127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stone Ranch Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Adobe Bluffs Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rolling Hills Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sundance Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Valley Middle San Diego | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Del Norte High San Diego | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Design 39 Campus San Diego | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Amazing Grace Christian School San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| Praxis Elite Sports Academy San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
| Monterey Ridge Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Del Sur Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| MARANATHA CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Rolling Hills Elementary San Diego | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Turtleback Elementary San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Poway to Palomar Middle College High San Diego | 2.1 mi | — |
| Black Mountain Middle San Diego | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Sunset Hills Elementary San Diego | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Mt. Carmel High San Diego | 2.6 mi | 8.0 |
| RENAISSANCE VILLAGE ACADEMY San Diego | 2.6 mi | — |
| Adobe Bluffs Elementary San Diego | 2.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Westwood Elementary San Diego | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Los Penasquitos Elementary San Diego | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Willow Grove Elementary San Diego | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Sundance Elementary San Diego | 3.2 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,220
Median Home Value
$1,165,100
Median Rent
$2,642/mo
Population
50,711
College Educated
72.4%
Homeownership
72.4%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
38.6
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|---|---|
| Baldwin Stocker Elementary Arcadia, CA | 7.3 |
| Ben Hulse Elementary Imperial, CA | 7.3 |
| Bret Harte Elementary Burbank, CA | 7.3 |
| Brookside Elementary Oak Park, CA | 7.3 |
| Canyon View Elementary Irvine, CA | 7.3 |
| Carnelian Elementary Alta Loma, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stone Ranch Elementary
What grades does Stone Ranch Elementary serve?
Stone Ranch Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Stone Ranch Elementary?
Stone Ranch Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 752 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stone Ranch Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Stone Ranch Elementary is 25.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stone Ranch Elementary rank in CA?
Stone Ranch Elementary ranks #2,975 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Stone Ranch Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Stone Ranch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Stone Ranch Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stone Ranch Elementary has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Stone Ranch Elementary a charter school?
No, Stone Ranch Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stone Ranch Elementary a Title I school?
No, Stone Ranch Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stone Ranch Elementary?
8.9% of students at Stone Ranch 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
- 752
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 8.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (858) 487-8474
Resources & Links
District
Poway Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,935
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,231
- District Rank
- #27 of 38
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