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Wegeforth Elementary

3443 Ediwhar Ave., San Diego, CA, 92123

Top 25% School in California

Ranked 1264 of 6783 in California

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About Wegeforth Elementary

Wegeforth Elementary School is a public school in San Diego, California that teaches kids from kindergarten through fifth grade. There are about 450 students at the school, and the student–teacher ratio is 19:1. This means that students can get more one-on-one help in class. Wegeforth Elementary has a full curriculum that focuses on the basics, like reading, writing, math, and science. The school also offers extra programs in art, music, and physical education. These programs focus on social-emotional learning and making sure that all students feel welcome. There are students from a wide range of backgrounds, including Hispanic, White, Asian, African American, and multiracial. Many students are eligible for free or low-cost lunch, which shows that they come from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds. Academic performance shows that 37% of students are good at math and 52% are good at reading. This shows that they are strong in reading but need to work on their math skills. Families in the area value Wegeforth for its supportive learning environment and involvement in the community.

Wegeforth Elementary Contact Information

Address

3443 Ediwhar Ave., San Diego, CA, 92123

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Phone

(858) 987-5900

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 52%
Reading 37%
State average proficiency is 52% in Math and 37% in Reading.
10
Full-time Teachers
19 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
194
Total Students
$124659
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 1264 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:30 AM to 2:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 21.65%
Asian 19.59%
Hispanic 38.14%
Black 6.19%
Two+ Races 14.43%
Native Am. 0%
White
21.65%
Asian
19.59%
Hispanic
38.14%
Black
6.19%
Two+ Races
14.43%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 194
41.24%
80 Female
58.76%
114 Male

Student Population

194 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

194 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Wegeforth Elementary, where the Wildcats live in Serra Mesa, is still involved in events in the area and the district as the school year begins. Wegeforth is still working on projects in San Diego Unified that help families and kids, even though their website hasn't been updated this year. The district recently praised its after-school programs, which help students even more. The district recently celebrated expanded learning programs that benefit students before and after school, highlighting the importance of extended-day options for academic support and enrichment across elementary campuses like Wegeforth. Leaders of the city and the district also agreed on agreements for shared facilities at local schools, such as Wegeforth. This means that more people in the community can use safe fields and playgrounds. The Wildcats are working to get kids ready for college, jobs, and doing well in school.

FAQ

Q1. What kinds of activities are there outside of school at Wegeforth Elementary?

Ans. Students can join clubs, play music, do art, and go to seasonal events to learn more outside of school.

Q2. Does Wegeforth Elementary help students who need extra help?

Ans. Yes, the school offers special education services and personalized support plans for students with different learning needs.

Q3. What can parents do to help out at Wegeforth Elementary?

Ans. Parents can help out, join school committees, and go to events put on by the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA).

Q4. What kinds of technology do students have access to?

Ans. Classrooms have computers, tablets, and other digital learning tools to help with lessons and projects.

Q5. What does Wegeforth Elementary do to keep its students safe?

Ans.The school has safety rules in place, such as supervised entry and exit, secure access to the campus, and regular emergency drills.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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