Nipaquay Elementary School serves 378 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nipaquay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nipaquay Elementary School's student population of 378 students has grown by 160% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 87% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nipaquay Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
30%
20%
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Nipaquay Elementary School?
378 students attend Nipaquay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Nipaquay Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nipaquay Elementary School?
Nipaquay Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nipaquay Elementary School offer ?
Nipaquay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nipaquay Elementary School part of?
Nipaquay Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Nipaquay Elementary School located?
Nipaquay Elementary School is located in the Mission Valley neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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