For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 3,827 students in 92009, CA.
The top ranked public high schools in 92009, CA are Sage Creek High School, Carlsbad Seaside Academy and Carlsbad High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 92009 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 92009, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 92009 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sage Creek High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92009, CA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sage Creek High School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3900 Bobcat Blvd.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-6600
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-6600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,358 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Carlsbad Seaside Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3557 Monroe St.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5299
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5299
Gr: K-12 | 54 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Carlsbad High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3557 Monroe St.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5100
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,365 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Carlsbad Village Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3557 Monroe St.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5100
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5100
Gr: 10-12 | 50 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
92009, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7100 Arenal Lane
Carlsbad, CA 92009
Carlsbad, CA 92009
Gr: K-7 | 157 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 92009, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in 92009, CA include Sage Creek High School, Carlsbad Seaside Academy and Carlsbad High School.
How many public high schools are located in 92009?
4 public high schools are located in 92009.
What is the racial composition of students in 92009?
92009 public high schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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