Central Elementary School
San Diego, CA 92105
Phone: (619) 344-6100
Fax: (619) 281-1732
District: San Diego Unified School District
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 497 students
Central Elementary School, a public school located in San Diego, CA, serves grades K-5 in the San Diego Unified School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
Central Elementary School is a public school located in San Diego, CA. 497 students attend Central Elementary School.
School Ratings
| Category | Rating | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Test Scores | 2/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) data from California Department of Education, and using 2025 California Science Test data from California Department of Education. |
| Student Growth | 5/10 | The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from California Department of Education. |
Posted: May 6, 2013
I have taught at this school for 10 years. The teachers and staff are 100% dedicated to the students and are constantly striving to find innovative ways to engage the students. Collaboration among teachers strengthens the curriculum and teaching methods. Monthly family participation events keep the families involved and connected in the classrooms. Community programs help families connect to the school, other families and the community. Breakfast in the classroom ensures all students begin the day with a healthy meal and the energy and nutrients they need to succeed in school. Central Elementary is a fantastic school! Work Hard! Be Kind! Dream Big! No Excuses!
Posted: November 12, 2011
I have offered my services, partially because my daughter is attending. I was impressed with the halloween turn out that I perceived. I arrived after most of the festivities were done, but the PTA president and her husband were awesome....They welcomed me, with room for volunteer cleanup, and with ideas of improving the the school and community! I look forward to conversing with them more on grand events! To top it off, I conversed with the principal after the event, with a followup call from from him to find out about military volunteer work.....Ive been busy, but actively looking for his email once more in order to start the process!!! There is a lot of potential here, and the key players in place are making it happen. I just hope to provide at their caliber!!!
Posted: October 18, 2011
i just love the central way , it's awesome all the staff work in this place, i have my 3 kids there since my first one was in K now he is in 4th grade and i am so proud of this school because i've seen how is it growing together with my kids and also how the principal is fighting for all our children .i just moved to another place but i am not going to let my kids without WORK HARD, BE KIND,DREAM BIG AND NO EXCUSES!
Posted: May 14, 2011
This school is fantastic. I live in the area and even though we live in a low income area the school is high quality. My son goes to this school and I love the way the teachers have gone out of their way to challenge him while keeping the children who are struggling engaged. The principal is sweet and takes every opportunity to talk and interact with the parents and students. I greatly enjoy all the opportunities that they offer to the parents to be part of the learning journey. I only wish they would not cut any of the funding, I would hate to see any teachers go.
Reviews provided by GreatSchools™
| # | Name | Type | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | City Heights | Neighborhood/Subdivision | San Diego | CA | 1.2 mi | |
| 2 | Riverfront Condominium Rentals | Apartment Complex | San Diego | CA | 2.9 mi | |
| 3 | Del Cerro | Neighborhood/Subdivision | San Diego | CA | 3.1 mi | |
| 4 | Mission Hills | Neighborhood/Subdivision | San Diego | CA | 3.3 mi | |
| 5 | The Heritage | Apartment Complex | San Diego | CA | 3.5 mi | |
| 6 | Legacy Walk | Condominium/Townhouse | San Diego | CA | 4 mi | |
| 7 | Canyon View | Neighborhood/Subdivision | San Diego | CA | 4.1 mi | |
| 8 | Spectrum Center Blvd, Kearny Mesa | Neighborhood/Subdivision | San Diego | CA | 5.3 mi | |
| 9 | Apartment | Apartment Complex | Coronado | CA | 6.3 mi | |
| 10 | Lakeview Village Apartments | Apartment Complex | Spring Valley | CA | 8.2 mi | |
| 11 | Ocean Beach | Apartment Complex | San Diego | CA | 8.3 mi |
| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kensington | San Diego | CA | 1 mi | |
| 2 | North Park | San Diego | CA | 1.3 mi | |
| 3 | Serra Mesa | San Diego | CA | 3.5 mi | |
| 4 | Del Cerro | San Diego | CA | 3.6 mi | |
| 5 | Gaslamp Quarter | San Diego | CA | 4.1 mi | |
| 6 | Mission Hills | San Diego | CA | 4.2 mi | |
| 7 | Broadway Pier | San Diego | CA | 4.4 mi | |
| 8 | Seaport Village | San Diego | CA | 4.7 mi | |
| 9 | Old Town San Diego | San Diego | CA | 4.8 mi | |
| 10 | Old Town | San Diego | CA | 5 mi | |
| 11 | East County of San Diego | La Mesa | CA | 5.2 mi | |
| 12 | Coronado | Coronado | CA | 6.2 mi | |
| 13 | Loma Portal | San Diego | CA | 6.6 mi | |
| 14 | Eastlake of Chula Vista | Chula Vista | CA | 7.9 mi |
| Base | Distance |
|---|---|
| San Diego Naval Medical Center | 2.6 mi. |
| San Diego Naval Base | 5 mi. |
| MCRD San Diego | 5.1 mi. |
| Coronado Naval Amphibious Base | 6.2 mi. |
| North Island NAS | 6.7 mi. |
| Miramar MCAS | 8.4 mi. |
| Naval Base Point Loma | 8.9 mi. |
| Camp Pendleton | 44.8 mi. |
