San Rafael Elementary is the only public school located within Annandale's official boundaries, between Avenue 64 and Lower Arroyo Park on Nithsdale Road just down the street from the San Rafael public library. It is part of the Pasadena Unified School District.
Approximately 400 students in kindergarten through fifth grade are educated at San Rafael Elementary every year, with a 30:1 student-teacher ratio that is slightly higher than the statewide average of 23:1. The school has a positive reputation, with students reported to have above average performance in both English language arts and mathematics compared to other schools in the district.
San Rafael Elementary has bilingual learning programs for students who speak Spanish or Mandarin at home, but specifically offers dual-immersion Spanish and English language programs so all students have a bilingual foundation no matter their background. Like other Pasadena Unified School District schools, the school adheres to Common Core Standards that were revised by the district in 2014.
In addition to before and after school programs for working parents, San Rafael Elementary offers a preschool program with morning and afternoon sessions.
San Rafael Elementary
Public Elementary School
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Grade K-5
1090 Nithsdale Rd,
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena Unified School District
School Details
Head of School
Rodolfo Ramirez
Student Teacher Ratio
26:1
Math Proficiency
45%
Reading Proficiency
51%
Niche Grade
B+
A-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
51%
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Math Proficiency
45%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
26:1
Teachers
16
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Full Time Teachers
16
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Teachers in First or Second Year
10%
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GreatSchools Rating
3
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Math
20.1%
State Average
19.4%
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Science
3.1%
State Average
11.2%
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Student Diversity
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Female
54.6%
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Male
45.4%
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Hispanic
72.3%
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White
15%
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Two or more races
6.1%
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Black
2.2%
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Asian
1.7%
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Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
9/25/2024
I went here to elementary school a few years ago. I had such a fun time and I really felt connected to the school. The teachers are awesome and really encourage you to do your best and the school is overall a supportive place. I built lifelong connections with friends here as well.
GreatSchools Reviews
6/10/2025
I have 2 children at San Rafael. We are not a fluent Spanish speaking family, but it was important to us for our children to learn another language while they’re young. We were nervous at first that they would struggle, but the teachers are so good at what they do, and so supportive, our kids have r...
3/24/2025
A dream public school in an idyllic setting. A true neighborhood school with strong parent engagement, passionate leadership, and wonderful staff. Grateful everyday that my kids are having the unique experience of a wall to wall dual language immersion education in a caring, compassionate, and beaut...
12/16/2023
very bad experience with the teacher, Ihad to withdraw my child from school.
12/13/2023
Our family loves San Rafael Elementary. The teachers are engaged and challenging. Having our kids go to a dual immersion Spanish program has been wonderful. They are comfortable with the Spanish language which is a great benefit for a family living in Southern California. Our family lives in the nei...
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Average Home Value
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Median Lot Size
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% Renters
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Average Household Income
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% of College Grads
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Average House Size
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Parks in this Area
San Rafael Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Lower Arroyo Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Desiderio Neighborhood Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Garvanza Park
- Baseball/Softball
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Richard Alatorre Park
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San Rafael Elementary is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Pasadena, CA and is served by the Pasadena Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 386 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 26:1. Academic records show that 45% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 51% are proficient in reading. San Rafael Elementary has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $2,894,575. Discover additional schools in the area, like Eagle Rock Junior/Senior High School, Blair High School, Benjamin Franklin Senior High School, and more. Learn more about what Pasadena has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near San Rafael Elementary.