Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Perkins K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Perkins K-8's student population of 381 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Motto
'Let the children come to me and do not hinder them'
School Rankings
Perkins K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Perkins K-8 is 0.29, 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
#7792 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
San Diego Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perkins K-8's ranking?
Perkins K-8 is ranked #7792 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Perkins K-8?
381 students attend Perkins K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Perkins K-8 students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Perkins K-8?
Perkins K-8 has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Perkins K-8 offer ?
Perkins K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Perkins K-8 part of?
Perkins K-8 is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Perkins K-8 located?
Perkins K-8 is located in the Barrio Logan neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Barrio Logan.
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