Serving 142 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Riley/new Dawn ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riley/new Dawn ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Riley/new Dawn's student population of 142 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
142 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'We are dedicated to building relationships and supporting the needs of all our students.'
School Rankings
Riley/new Dawn ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riley/new Dawn is 0.69, 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
#9023 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
21:1
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
21%
5%
White
18%
20%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)78.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riley/new Dawn's ranking?
Riley/new Dawn is ranked #9023 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riley/new Dawn?
The graduation rate of Riley/new Dawn is 21-39%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Riley/new Dawn?
142 students attend Riley/new Dawn.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Riley/new Dawn students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riley/new Dawn?
Riley/new Dawn has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Riley/new Dawn offer ?
Riley/new Dawn offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Riley/new Dawn part of?
Riley/new Dawn is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Riley/new Dawn located?
Riley/new Dawn is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
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