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James Dukes Elementary

Ramona City Unified · San Diego County · 24908 Abalar Way, Ramona, CA 92065-4649

(760) 788-5060

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8/10
#1568
Rank 1568 out of 5,722
Top 27%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1622 · 72nd percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1373 · 76th percentile
Science7/10 · #2033 · 64th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the rural hills of Ramona — a small, tight-knit community about 40 miles northeast of San Diego — James Dukes Elementary offers solid academics with a small-town feel that's hard to find this close to a major metro area. Families who value a quieter, more connected school environment (and don't mind trading city conveniences for open space and a genuine sense of community) tend to thrive here. With scores landing in the upper-mid range across English, math, and science, it's a dependable neighborhood school in a town that takes pride in knowing its kids by name.

Student Demographics

260 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
127 (49%)
Hispanic
106 (41%)
Multiple Races
19 (7%)
American Indian
4 (2%)
Other
4 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners13 (5%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged107 (41%)
Students with Disabilities43 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

502
Enrollment
27
Teachers (FTE)
18.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
15.2
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 Programs1/10 · #5458 · 10th percentile

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