Serving 661 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pepper Drive Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pepper Drive Elementary School's student population of 661 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
661 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Motto
Teamwork Integrity Goals Empathy Responsibility
School Rankings
Pepper Drive Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pepper Drive Elementary School is 0.65, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3985 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
44%
20%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pepper Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Pepper Drive Elementary School is ranked #3985 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pepper Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Pepper Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cajon Park Elementary School, Hill Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pepper Drive Elementary School?
661 students attend Pepper Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Pepper Drive Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pepper Drive Elementary School?
Pepper Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pepper Drive Elementary School offer ?
Pepper Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Pepper Drive Elementary School part of?
Pepper Drive Elementary School is part of Santee School District.
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