Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Curie Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Curie 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
School Overview
Curie Elementary School's student population of 530 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Curie Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Curie Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#349 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
54%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Curie Elementary School's ranking?
Curie Elementary School is ranked #349 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Curie Elementary School often compared to?
Curie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spreckels Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Curie Elementary School?
530 students attend Curie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Curie Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Curie Elementary School?
Curie Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Curie Elementary School offer ?
Curie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Curie Elementary School part of?
Curie Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Curie Elementary School located?
Curie Elementary School is located in the University City neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in University City.
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