Serving 170 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sequoia Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sequoia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sequoia Elementary School's student population of 170 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 24, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
A school culture rich in community, positivity and excellence.
School Mascot
Dragons
School Rankings
Sequoia Elementary School 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 Sequoia Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#4852 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sequoia Elementary School's ranking?
Sequoia Elementary School is ranked #4852 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sequoia Elementary School often compared to?
Sequoia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wegeforth Elementary School, Scripps Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sequoia Elementary School?
170 students attend Sequoia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Sequoia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sequoia Elementary School?
Sequoia Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sequoia Elementary School offer ?
Sequoia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sequoia Elementary School part of?
Sequoia Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sequoia Elementary School located?
Sequoia 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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