Serving 496 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Canyon View Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canyon View 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
Canyon View Elementary School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Rankings
Canyon View Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon View Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#616 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Canyon View Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon View Elementary School is ranked #616 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Canyon View Elementary School often compared to?
Canyon View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Village Elementary School, Deer Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Canyon View Elementary School?
496 students attend Canyon View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Canyon View Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Canyon View Elementary School?
Canyon View Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canyon View Elementary School offer ?
Canyon View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Canyon View Elementary School part of?
Canyon View Elementary School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Canyon View Elementary School located?
Canyon View Elementary School is located in the Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Rancho Penasquitos.
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