For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 8,730 students in 92078, CA (there are 6 private schools, serving 883 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 92078, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92078, CA are San Elijo Elementary School, Double Peak and Discovery Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92078 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 92078, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92078, CA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
San Elijo Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1615 Schhouse Way
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2600
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2600
Grades: K-5
| 874 students
Rank: #22.
Double Peak
(Math: 70% | Reading: 81% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
111 San Elijo Rd.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2340
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2340
Grades: K-8
| 1,196 students
Rank: #33.
Discovery Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 80% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
730 Applewilde Dr.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2077
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2077
Grades: K-5
| 570 students
Rank: #44.
San Elijo Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 78% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 Schhouse Way
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2800
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2800
Grades: 6-8
| 1,496 students
Rank: #55.
San Marcos High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 70% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1615 San Marcos Blvd.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2200
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2200
Grades: 9-12
| 3,529 students
Rank: #66.
Pivot Charter School - San Diego Ii
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1030 La Bonita Dr., Ste. 100
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 591-0217
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 591-0217
Grades: K-12
| 113 students
Rank: #77.
La Mirada Academy
(Math: 26% | Reading: 36% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3697 La Mirada Dr.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2000
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2000
Grades: K-8
| 952 students
92078, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Bayshore Preparatory Charter (Closed 2021)
Charter School
1175 Linda Vista Dr.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 471-0847
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 471-0847
Grades: K-12
| 95 students
1782 La Costa Meadows Dr., Ste
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 494-9646
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 494-9646
Grades: K-12
| 232 students
Pathways Academy Charter (Closed 2021)
Charter School
31505 Old River Rd.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 494-9646
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 494-9646
Grades: K-12
| 384 students
Pivot Charter School - San Diego (Closed 2021)
Charter School
1030 La Bonita Dr. Ste. 100
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 591-0217
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 591-0217
Grades: K-12
| 236 students
Pivot Charter School Riverside Ii (Closed 2018)
Charter School
29680 Lakeview Ave.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(877) 544-1429
San Marcos, CA 92078
(877) 544-1429
Grades: K-12
| 101 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92078, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92078, CA include San Elijo Elementary School, Double Peak and Discovery Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92078, CA?
7 public schools are located in 92078, CA.
What percentage of students in 92078, CA go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 92078, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92078, CA?
92078, CA public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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