Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pomerado Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 64% 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: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pomerado Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pomerado Elementary School's student population of 342 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pomerado Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pomerado Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#2204 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Pomerado Elementary School's ranking?
Pomerado Elementary School is ranked #2204 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pomerado Elementary School often compared to?
Pomerado Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shoal Creek Elementary School, Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pomerado Elementary School?
342 students attend Pomerado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Pomerado Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pomerado Elementary School?
Pomerado Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pomerado Elementary School offer ?
Pomerado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pomerado Elementary School part of?
Pomerado Elementary School is part of Poway Unified School District.
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