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Elementary SchoolsGrades K-4

Dewey Elementary

San Diego Unified · San Diego County · 3251 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, CA 92110-4835

(619) 430-1800 · www.dewey.sandiegounified.org/

7/10
#1856
Rank 1856 out of 5,722
Top 32%
English Language Arts7/10 · #2097 · 63rd percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1706 · 70th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

School Overview

Dewey Elementary sits in the lively Mission Hills and Point Loma corridor of San Diego, a part of the city known for its walkable streets, craftsman bungalows, and strong sense of neighborhood pride. The school lands solidly in the upper third statewide, with math scores pulling slightly ahead of English, making it a comfortable choice for families who want a dependable public school without the pressure of the most intensely competitive campuses in the district. It tends to attract families who are rooted in the community — the kind who are at school events, know their neighbors, and appreciate that their kids are getting a well-rounded experience in one of San Diego's most characterful older neighborhoods.

Student Demographics

69 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
31 (45%)
White
15 (22%)
African American
11 (16%)
Multiple Races
8 (12%)
Filipino
3 (4%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners8 (12%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged53 (77%)
Students with Disabilities18 (26%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

267
Enrollment
15
Teachers (FTE)
17.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
20.5
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 Programs10/10 · #387 · 94th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found