Overview

Los Penasquitos Elementary School is a public school in San Diego, CA, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 27 elementary schools in Poway Unified School District.
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School Rating

Los Penasquitos Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in California with the same grade levels.
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

14125 Cuca Street
San Diego, CA 92129
School leader: Ms Deanne McLaughlin
(858) 672-3600
(858) 672-4390
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