Serving 250 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pacific View Leadership 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School's student population of 250 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pacific View Leadership 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 Pacific View Leadership Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#3962 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Pacific View Leadership Elementary School's ranking?
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School is ranked #3962 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pacific View Leadership Elementary School?
250 students attend Pacific View Leadership Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Pacific View Leadership Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pacific View Leadership Elementary School?
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pacific View Leadership Elementary School offer ?
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pacific View Leadership Elementary School part of?
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Pacific View Leadership Elementary School located?
Pacific View Leadership Elementary School is located in the Paradise Hills neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Paradise Hills.
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