Serving 657 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dingeman Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dingeman Elementary School's student population of 657 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dingeman Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)89%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)83%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
65%
12%
Hispanic
4%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dingeman Elementary School often compared to?
Dingeman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scripps Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Dingeman Elementary School?
657 students attend Dingeman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Dingeman Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dingeman Elementary School?
Dingeman Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dingeman Elementary School offer ?
Dingeman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dingeman Elementary School part of?
Dingeman Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Dingeman Elementary School located?
Dingeman Elementary School is located in the Miramar Ranch North neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Miramar Ranch North.
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