SA
Elementary SchoolsGrades K-8

Bethune K-8

San Diego Unified · San Diego County · 6835 Benjamin Holt Road, San Diego, CA 92114-7827

(619) 267-2271 · www.bethune.sandiegounified.org/

Compare this school →
8/10
#1575
Rank 1575 out of 5,722
Top 28%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1662 · 71st percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1429 · 75th percentile
Science7/10 · #1853 · 67th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Bethune K-8 sits in the Encanto neighborhood of southeastern San Diego, a tight-knit, working-class community that's seen real investment and growth in recent years. The school punches solidly above the middle of the pack statewide, with math being a particular strength, making it a reliable choice for families who want a consistent K-8 experience without the disruption of a school transition in the middle years. Families who value continuity, a strong sense of community, and a school that keeps kids grounded through eighth grade will feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

353 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Filipino
193 (55%)
Hispanic
78 (22%)
Multiple Races
40 (11%)
Asian
22 (6%)
African American
13 (4%)
Other
8 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners59 (17%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged255 (72%)
Students with Disabilities40 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

520
Enrollment
26
Teachers (FTE)
20:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
17
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #2822 · 53rd percentile

112 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found