Serving 526 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bay Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bay Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bay Park Elementary School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Campus Size
5
School Mascot
Stingrays
School Rankings
Bay Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bay Park Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1167 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
68%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stingrays
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bay Park Elementary School's ranking?
Bay Park Elementary School is ranked #1167 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bay Park Elementary School often compared to?
Bay Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toler Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bay Park Elementary School?
526 students attend Bay Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Bay Park Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bay Park Elementary School?
Bay Park Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bay Park Elementary School offer ?
Bay Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bay Park Elementary School part of?
Bay Park Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bay Park Elementary School located?
Bay Park Elementary School is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
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