Serving 529 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bethune K-8 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bethune K-8's student population of 529 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bethune K-8 ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bethune K-8 is 0.59, 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
#2811 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
59%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
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 Bethune K-8's ranking?
Bethune K-8 is ranked #2811 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bethune K-8 often compared to?
Bethune K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Boone Elementary School, Fulton K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bethune K-8?
529 students attend Bethune K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Bethune K-8 students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bethune K-8?
Bethune K-8 has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bethune K-8 offer ?
Bethune K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bethune K-8 part of?
Bethune K-8 is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Bethune K-8 located?
Bethune K-8 is located in the Bay Terraces neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Bay Terraces.
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