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Garden Road Elementary

Poway Unified · San Diego County · 14614 Garden Road, Poway, CA 92064-5299

(858) 748-0230 · www.powayusd.com/pusdgres

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8/10
#1258
Rank 1258 out of 5,722
Top 22%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1165 · 80th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1207 · 79th percentile
Science7/10 · #1696 · 70th percentile

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School Overview

Garden Road Elementary sits in the heart of Poway, a suburb that feels like a small town tucked into the hills northeast of San Diego — the kind of place where families put down roots and stay. The school consistently performs well above the state average across English, math, and science, making it a solid choice for families who want strong academics without the pressure-cooker feel of some higher-profile districts. Poway Unified has a good reputation throughout San Diego County, and Garden Road reflects that — it tends to attract families who value community stability and a well-rounded elementary experience.

Student Demographics

242 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
110 (45%)
Hispanic
60 (25%)
Multiple Races
37 (15%)
Asian
19 (8%)
Filipino
15 (6%)
African American
4 (2%)
Other
2 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners23 (10%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged54 (22%)
Students with Disabilities69 (29%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

508
Enrollment
24.3
Teachers (FTE)
20.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1.5
Administrators (FTE)
26
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 Programs4/10 · #4034 · 33rd percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found