Encompassed by country clubs and swimming pools is one of the most beloved elementary schools in San Diego, California. Founded on September 10, 1990, Turtleback Elementary has served tiny hearts and minds in the Rancho Bernardo region for more than 30 years.
The goal of Turtleback Elementary is clear—to steer students in the right direction toward college for the rest of their lives. With above-average test scores in both math and English, your little one is guaranteed to succeed here. Thanks to terrific teachers and diverse classes, Turtleback has the backs of all of its 500+ students.
Another highlight of this highly regarded institution is that every single educator at Turtleback Elementary is 100% certified to serve their students to the best of their abilities. On top of that, over 85% of teachers at this elementary school have several years of teaching experience under their belts. The school’s dedicated faculty make it their primary focus to help students reach their full potential and thrive both academically and socially.
Turtleback Elementary
Public Elementary School
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Grade K-5
15855 Turtleback Rd,
San Diego, CA
Poway Unified School District
School Details
Head of School
Ann Auten
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Math Proficiency
58%
Reading Proficiency
61%
Niche Grade
A
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
61%
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Math Proficiency
58%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers
23
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Full Time Teachers
23
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Teachers in First or Second Year
13.3%
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GreatSchools Rating
5
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Math
30.3%
State Average
19.4%
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Science
15.3%
State Average
11.2%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
1,350:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
53.5%
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Female
46.5%
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White
34.5%
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Hispanic
23.1%
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Asian
19.7%
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Two or more races
13.8%
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Filipino
7.2%
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Black
1.5%
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Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
5/2/2024
This school feels very safe and the special ed aids are VERY NICE! There are not many extracurriculars but the teachers are very supportive and try to help the students do their best.
1/1/2024
The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable.
9/6/2023
Both of my children went through Turtleback and enjoyed all their teachers! There is a active foundation and great connection with the community, High Country West and neighboring areas.
8/29/2023
My daughter is entering her 5th year at Turtleback and we absolutely love it. We have had nothing but amazing teachers. The teachers hold students to a high standard and provide support when needed for kids to reach those standards. We have always had great communication with teachers and I have alw...
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List Price Range
$440K - $2.4M
Homes For Sale
152
Average Home Value
$1,072,285
Median Lot Size
7,840 Sq Ft
% Renters
32%
Average Household Income
$141,046
% of College Grads
59.6%
Median Age
48
Average House Size
2,065 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
51.2%
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- 11th to 12th
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- 9th to 12th
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Parks in this Area
Webb Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
San Dieguito River Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Rancho Bernardo Community Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
RB Veterans Memorial
- Lake
- Trails
Westwood Club
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Golf
Battle Mountain Open Space
- Trails
- Hiking
San Pasqual Trails Open Space
- Trails
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Lake Hodges Water Recreation Area
- Boating
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Lake Hodges Windsurfing Area
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Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
4S Ranch
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Turtleback Elementary is a public school for students in grades K-5 in San Diego, CA and is served by the Poway Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 500 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20:1. Academic records show that 58% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 61% are proficient in reading. Turtleback 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 $1,072,285. Discover additional schools in the area, like Poway to Palomar Middle College High, Rancho Bernardo High, Abraxas Continuation High, and more. Learn more about what San Diego has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Turtleback Elementary.