Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mason Elementary School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mason Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mason Elementary School's student population of 512 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mason Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mason Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#3765 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Mason Elementary School's ranking?
Mason Elementary School is ranked #3765 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mason Elementary School often compared to?
Mason Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jonas Salk Elementary School, Ericson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mason Elementary School?
512 students attend Mason Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Mason Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mason Elementary School?
Mason Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mason Elementary School offer ?
Mason Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mason Elementary School part of?
Mason Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mason Elementary School located?
Mason Elementary School is located in the Mira Mesa neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Mira Mesa.
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