Excellent
#407 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
Sundance Elementary
Elementary School · Poway Unified
8944 Twin Trails Dr., San Diego, CA 92129
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#407 of 9,539
In San Diego
#21 of 288
public schools
In district
#3 of 38
Poway Unified
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Sundance Elementary
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About Sundance Elementary
Sundance Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of Poway Unified. Sundance Elementary serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sundance Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #407 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sundance Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Sundance Elementary — Students at Sundance Elementary score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 9.1/10.
How Sundance Elementary Compares
See how Sundance Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8944 Twin Trails Dr., San Diego, CA 92129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sundance Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pacific Sky (rated 9.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Adobe Bluffs Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ericson Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RENAISSANCE VILLAGE ACADEMY San Diego | 0.6 mi | — |
| Deer Canyon Elementary San Diego | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL San Diego | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Sunset Hills Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Mesa Verde Middle San Diego | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Black Mountain Middle San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Mt. Carmel High San Diego | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Adobe Bluffs Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Westview High San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Canyon View Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Park Village Elementary San Diego | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Ericson Elementary San Diego | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Sandburg Elementary San Diego | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Los Penasquitos Elementary San Diego | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Morning Creek Elementary San Diego | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Pacific Sky San Diego | 2.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Hage Elementary San Diego | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Lifetime Montessori School San Diego | 2.7 mi | — |
| Willow Grove Elementary San Diego | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Willow Ridge Academy San Diego | 2.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,626
Median Home Value
$1,018,100
Median Rent
$2,671/mo
Population
53,080
College Educated
63.8%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
41
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 8.9 |
| Allesandro Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.9 |
| Aurelia Pennekamp Elementary Manhattan Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Monterey Park, CA | 8.9 |
| Birney Elementary Redondo Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| Birney Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sundance Elementary
What grades does Sundance Elementary serve?
Sundance Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sundance Elementary?
Sundance Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sundance Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sundance Elementary is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sundance Elementary rank in CA?
Sundance Elementary ranks #407 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sundance Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sundance Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Sundance Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sundance Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sundance Elementary a charter school?
No, Sundance Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sundance Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sundance Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sundance Elementary?
15.8% of students at Sundance 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
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.8%
- Phone
- (858) 484-2950
Resources & Links
District
Poway Unified- District Enrollment
- 34,935
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,231
- District Rank
- #3 of 38
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