Turtleback Elementary

15855 Turtleback Rd.
San Diego, CA 92127

www.powayusd.com/pusdtes

458 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Turtleback Elementary School is a highly-regarded public school located in the 4S Ranch community of San Diego, serving students within the award-winning Poway Unified School District. The school is known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence and a nurturing environment that encourages students to reach their full potential. With a curriculum designed to foster both intellectual growth and character development, Turtleback provides a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for success in middle school and beyond.

The school community is characterized by active parent involvement and a collaborative atmosphere among dedicated faculty and staff. Beyond the classroom, Turtleback Elementary offers a variety of enrichment opportunities, including extracurricular programs and events that build a strong sense of school spirit and community. Its location in a suburban setting, combined with its commitment to modern instructional practices and inclusive support services, makes it a sought-after institution for families in the North County region.

458

Total Students

23.2

Full-Time Teachers

19.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

21.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Turtleback Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	158
Hispanic	106
Black	7
Asian	123
Two or More	63
American Indian	1

White
158 (34.5%)
Asian
123 (26.9%)
Hispanic
106 (23.1%)
Two or More
63 (13.8%)
Black
7 (1.5%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Poway Unified
Phone:	(858)673-5514
Website:	http://www.powayusd.com/pusdtes
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	458
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	23.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	19.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	87
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	12

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 112

Grade 1 48

Grade 2 75

Grade 3 76

Grade 4 62

Grade 5 85

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Turtleback Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	112
Grade 1	48
Grade 2	75
Grade 3	76
Grade 4	62
Grade 5	85

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Turtleback Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	213	46.5%
Male	245	53.5%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)