Tierrasanta Elementary

Tierrasanta Elementary

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5
5450 La Cuenta Dr,  San Diego, CA
San Diego Unified School District
4.3
523 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Sally Viavada
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Math Proficiency
58%
Reading Proficiency
60%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
60%
Math Proficiency
58%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
22
Full Time Teachers
22
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.5%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
37.1%
State Average
17.9%
Science
23.3%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
1,004:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.6%
Female
48.4%
White
43.1%
Hispanic
35.4%
Two or more races
13.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.8%
Black
2.3%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 21 Reviews
4.0 parent
9/17/2025
I love the school and most of the teachers. I have three kids going through the immersion program and I will say most teachers are great. I am very disappointed in the second grade immersion teacher barely speaking Spanish. The K and first grade teacher were excellent. One of my kids didnt think she...
5.0 parent
5/24/2024
We moved to Tierrasanta when my child was entering 2nd grade. I had heard tremendous things about the school and was excited to have my child continue their education at TES. The school has been everything we expected and more. They provide so many opportunities for every child with STEAM leaning, A...
2.0 parent
5/21/2024
It is with great sadness that I report, this school is a huge letdown. When we moved to the neighborhood we were so excited about the ratings and the Spanish Immersion program. But my child really struggled here. There is so much unchecked bullying and violent behavior and not enough staff to keep t...
4.0 parent
7/18/2019
As a parent, I like the school, the dedicated staff, and the Spanish immersion program, but the early start time (7:35am) is brutal. Our mornings are rushed and miserable. I fantasize about switching schools in order to get more sleep and maintain sanity. However my child seems to like the school, a...

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Tierrasanta Elementary is a public school for students in grades K-5 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 523 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Academic records show that 58% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 60% are proficient in reading. Tierrasanta Elementary has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,100,845. Discover additional schools in the area, like Canyon Hills High School, Bright Horizon Academy, Heritage Christian School, and more. Learn more about what San Diego has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Tierrasanta Elementary.

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