Holmes Elementary

Holmes Elementary is in the Clairemont neighborhood of California.

Holmes Elementary standardized test scores are among the highest in the state.

Holmes Elementary's mascot are the Holmes Hawks.

Holmes Elementary

Public Elementary School | Grade K-6

4902 Mount Ararat Dr, San Diego, CA

Clairemont Mesa West Neighborhood

San Diego Unified School District

510 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Jonathan Saipe

Student Teacher Ratio
26:1

Math Proficiency
85%

Reading Proficiency
86%

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

86%

Math Proficiency

85%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 26:1 Teachers 19	Full Time Teachers 19
Teachers in First or Second Year 0%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

1,747:1

Student Diversity

Male 52.7%	Female 47.3%
White 63.2%	Hispanic 19.2%
Two or more races 13.7%	Asian 3.2%
Filipino <1%	Native American <1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 other

8/20/2025

Our family could not love this school more. Our son has been in school at home since kindergarten and he is known fourth grade. We have always been so pleased with the love and support from everyone.

5.0 parent

9/21/2023

I can't say enough amazing things about this school. From the PTA involvement and leadership to the incredible Principal, this school is the best. Our daughter is an over achiever and I would give much credit to this school for encouraging her to push her boundaries. If there are any concerns they a...

5.0 parent

6/26/2023

I have two kids going through Holmes Elementary right now and we've been overall very happy with their experience. They both loved their teachers this past year, and they have seemed well supported in a safe environment that encourages them to develop good character as future citizens as much as the...

5.0 parent

9/1/2019

Excellent effort by students and staff. Everyone is friendly. Students keep up with the high standards.

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$1,081,000 Price

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Clairemont Mesa West

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List Price Range

$799K - $1.6M

Homes For Sale

Average Home Value

$1,142,444

Median Lot Size

6,098 Sq Ft

% Renters

20%

Average Household Income

$148,483

% of College Grads

57.4%

Median Age

Average House Size

1,569 Sq Ft

% Commercial Property

28.4%

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2 Baths
1,702 Sq Ft

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2 Baths
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2 Baths
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2 Baths
1,630 Sq Ft

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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

New Dawn High School

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Public

Clairemont High School

9th to 12th
Public

B+

Mt. Everest Academy

K to 12th
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A+

Kearny Mesa Community Park

Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park

South Clairemont Recreation Center & Community Park

Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Pool

Mt. Acadia Neighborhood Park

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Playground
Parking Lot

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Trails

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California San Diego County San Diego 92111 Clairemont Mesa West

Holmes Elementary is a public school for students in grades K-6 in San Diego, CA and is served by the San Diego Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 510 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 26:1. Academic records show that 85% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 86% are proficient in reading. Holmes Elementary has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,142,444. Discover additional schools in the area, like New Dawn High School, Clairemont High School, Mt. Everest Academy, and more. Learn more about what San Diego has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Holmes Elementary.

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