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Penn Elementary

San Diego Unified · San Diego County · 2797 Utica Drive, San Diego, CA 92139-3843

(619) 430-1700 · www.penn.sandiegounified.org/

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6/10
#2503
Rank 2503 out of 5,722
Top 44%
English Language Arts7/10 · #2046 · 64th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #2886 · 50th percentile
Science6/10 · #2717 · 51st percentile

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School Overview

Penn Elementary sits in the Paradise Hills neighborhood of southeastern San Diego, a working-class community with a tight-knit feel and easy access to the hills and canyons that make this part of the city feel surprisingly removed from the urban bustle. The school lands solidly in the middle of the pack statewide, with some real strength in English that makes it a decent fit for families who prioritize literacy in the early grades. It's a good option for parents who want a neighborhood school with a genuine community feel rather than a high-pressure environment.

Student Demographics

173 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
102 (59%)
Filipino
32 (18%)
Multiple Races
18 (10%)
African American
17 (10%)
White
4 (2%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners47 (27%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged144 (83%)
Students with Disabilities36 (21%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

366
Enrollment
18.4
Teachers (FTE)
19.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
18.4
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 · #2754 · 54th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found