Serving 554 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sandburg Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandburg 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
Sandburg Elementary School's student population of 554 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
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sandburg Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandburg 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
#1022 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Sandburg Elementary School's ranking?
Sandburg Elementary School is ranked #1022 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sandburg Elementary School often compared to?
Sandburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickman Elementary School, Ericson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sandburg Elementary School?
554 students attend Sandburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sandburg Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandburg Elementary School?
Sandburg Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sandburg Elementary School offer ?
Sandburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Sandburg Elementary School part of?
Sandburg Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sandburg Elementary School located?
Sandburg 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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