Serving 726 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Longfellow Utk-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 726 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longfellow Utk-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Longfellow Utk-8's student population of 726 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
726 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1977
School Calendar
School Rankings
Longfellow Utk-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Longfellow Utk-8 is 0.64, 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
#1130 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
37%
20%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longfellow Utk-8's ranking?
Longfellow Utk-8 is ranked #1130 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Longfellow Utk-8?
726 students attend Longfellow Utk-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Longfellow Utk-8 students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longfellow Utk-8?
Longfellow Utk-8 has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Longfellow Utk-8 offer ?
Longfellow Utk-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Longfellow Utk-8 part of?
Longfellow Utk-8 is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Longfellow Utk-8 located?
Longfellow Utk-8 is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
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