Serving 495 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Audubon K-8 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Audubon K-8's student population of 495 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
CONNECTEDNESS FOR ALL
School Rankings
Audubon K-8 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 Audubon K-8 is 0.34, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#6390 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
3%
20%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Audubon K-8's ranking?
Audubon K-8 is ranked #6390 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Audubon K-8?
495 students attend Audubon K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Audubon K-8 students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Audubon K-8?
Audubon K-8 has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Audubon K-8 offer ?
Audubon K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Audubon K-8 part of?
Audubon K-8 is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Audubon K-8 located?
Audubon K-8 is located in the Jamacha Lomita neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Jamacha Lomita.
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