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2019 Elementary Schools with the Best Teachers in the San Diego AreaAbout this List

Explore the public elementary schools with the best teachers serving your area. Ranking based on teacher salaries, teacher absenteeism, teacher tenure, student-teacher ratio, the Niche Academics Grade for the school, and the district's Teachers Grade. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

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  1. R. Roger Rowe Elementary School

    • Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School District, CA
    • K-5
    • 2 reviews
    #1 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area

    Parent: This school is incredible. The student to teacher ration is 1:16 in many classes. The school offers language, drama, choir, band, robotics any many other enrichment programs all without additional cost. They also offer advanced classes in reading and math.
    Read 2 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 407 Students
    • 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  2. Willow Grove Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    #2 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area
    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 756 Students
    • 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  3. Westwood Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    #3 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area
    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 791 Students
    • 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  4. Sponsored

    St. Joseph Academy

    • Private School
    • San Marcos, CA
    • PK, K-12
    • 62 reviews

    Parent: My wife and I absolutely love this gem of a school! Its classical curriculum is providing an excellent education for our children. Our children are learning all the building blocks in the grammar school: Phonics, spelling, writing (in cursive), grammar, classic literature, math (no common core), Latin, science, patriotic history, art, and religion taught to joyfully embrace their Faith. Our high school children have grown tremendously in their Faith and knowledge. This is due to the solid curriculum and great care that the teachers take with each student to bring them to their full potential. Our children have participated in all of the sports and extracurricular activities offered in the high school and have greatly benefited from not only gaining the skills, but more so the camaraderie of the team and awesome coaches. We are so blessed to have found this unique, wonderful school!
    Read 62 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 305 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. Creekside Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    #4 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area
    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 579 Students
    • 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  6. Stone Ranch Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    • 2 reviews
    #5 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area

    Alum: I loved my 6 years at Stone Ranch Elementary. They have caring teachers and a great campus! They care about each person's needs and push you well. They want you to succeed and have many fun activities. They hold fun whole school events and hands-on experiences.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 901 Students
    • 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  7. Monterey Ridge Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    • 1 review
    #6 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area

    Parent: My kids have had a great experience at MRES. They have amazing teachers who truly care about your kids.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 1,014 Students
    • 27:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  10. Deer Canyon Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    #7 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area
    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 511 Students
    • 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  11. Solana Highlands Elementary School

    • Solana Beach Elementary School District, CA
    • K-3
    • 1 review
    #8 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area

    Parent: Excellent teachers and the principal is caring and a wonderful example for the children. Great programs such as running club, gold medal reading, character counts and STREAM. Strong sense of community and excellent PTA.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 319 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  12. Tierra Bonita Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    #9 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area
    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 477 Students
    • 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  14. Painted Rock Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    #10 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area
    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 684 Students
    • 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  15. Rolling Hills Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    • 2 reviews
    #11 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area

    Parent: Rolling hills elementary is a great small school in a great community. We are a fairly tight nit and family friendly community tucked away in the San Diego suburbs.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 432 Students
    • 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  16. Garden Road Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    • 1 review
    #12 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area
    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 463 Students
    • 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  19. Solana Vista Elementary School

    • Solana Beach Elementary School District, CA
    • K-3
    #13 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area
    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 405 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  20. Los Penasquitos Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    #14 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area
    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 548 Students
    • 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  21. Canyon View Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    #15 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area
    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 511 Students
    • 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  22. Del Sur Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    • 2 reviews
    #16 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area

    Parent: Amazing school--teachers and faculty. My kids are thriving--being taught to show kindness for others, in addition to being taught to achieve academic excellence. Can't say enough good things. Period.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 838 Students
    • 29:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  23. Kelly Elementary School

    • Carlsbad Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    #17 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area
    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 439 Students
    • 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  26. Carmel Del Mar Elementary School

    • Del Mar Union Elementary School District, CA
    • K-6
    #18 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area
    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 523 Students
    • 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  27. Shoal Creek Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    #19 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area
    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 589 Students
    • 26:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  28. Park Village Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    • 2 reviews
    #20 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area

    Works Here: Park Village is an excellent elementary school. The teachers ,staff and parents
     ( volunteers) work together to make learning a special experience for our students. The parent involvement PTA & foundation have provided support thru fundraising that has added Art, Music, Science and Physical education.
    Its a great place to work.
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    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 629 Students
    • 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  29. Skyline Elementary School

    • Solana Beach Elementary School District, CA
    • K-6
    • 6 reviews
    #21 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area

    Parent: My son got into Global Ed through lottery and I have to say that the program is just terrific in every sense. The teacher is excellent and the teaching is in small groups (wth tons of patent volunteering). The learning through perspectives and presentations has been the way to go. And they accommodate every kid well through individualized curriculum. Can’t say enough good things about the program.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 516 Students
    • 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  30. Chaparral Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    • 1 review
    #22 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area

    Parent: My daughter has been at Chaparral for just about two years now and she is doing wonderful. Her reading is above par, her appreciation for math and science is great and love for being engaged in her education makes me smile.
    Read 1 Review

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 801 Students
    • 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  32. Morning Creek Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    • 3 reviews
    #23 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area

    Parent: Morning Creek is a well-rounded elementary school.

    The teachers are fantastic. They seem intent on making sure our children are prepared for the academic challenges ahead.

    Unlike the other reviewer who had an issue with Principal Taylor, that was not our experience this past year. Instead, we found Principal Taylor engaged and responsive to issues on campus.

    Meanwhile, our son's kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Higgins, was nothing short of amazing. She is an effective leader. She teaches the children respect. And she gives the children the necessary tools to succeed.

    We are eagerly looking forward to the 2017-2018 academic year.

    Mark H.
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    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 795 Students
    • 27:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  33. Sunset Hills Elementary School

    • Poway Unified School District, CA
    • K-5
    #24 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area
    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 471 Students
    • 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  34. Carmel Creek Elementary School

    • Solana Beach Elementary School District, CA
    • K-3
    #25 Best Public Elementary School Teachers in San Diego Area
    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 321 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  35. Sponsored

    Balboa School

    • Private School
    • Escondido, CA
    • PK, K-12
    • A-
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 91 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  36. Sponsored

    Literacy First Charter School

    • Public School
    • El Cajon, CA
    • PK, K-12
    • 15 reviews

    Senior: The sense of community is great as the school is fairly small. Everyone knows everyone, teachers are reliable and are actually caring for the betterment of your success. There is no bullying and the school does have a lot of events that bring the community closer.
    Read 15 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,638 Students
    • 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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