Serving 923 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wolf Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wolf Canyon 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
Diversity
School Overview
Wolf Canyon Elementary School's student population of 923 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
923 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Responding to the Call of Excellence for All
School Rankings
Wolf Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wolf Canyon Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#945 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
12%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wolf Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Wolf Canyon Elementary School is ranked #945 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wolf Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Wolf Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High Tech Elementary Chula Vista by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wolf Canyon Elementary School?
923 students attend Wolf Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Wolf Canyon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wolf Canyon Elementary School?
Wolf Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wolf Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Wolf Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Wolf Canyon Elementary School part of?
Wolf Canyon Elementary School is part of Chula Vista Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Wolf Canyon Elementary School located?
Wolf Canyon Elementary School is located in the Otay Ranch neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Otay Ranch.
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