For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 5,475 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 69% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 92009, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 39% 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 (2026)
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 | 1,289 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Carlsbad Seaside Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3557 Lancer Way
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5200
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5200
Gr: K-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Carlsbad High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3557 Lancer Way
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5100
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5100
Gr: 9-12 | 2,336 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
La Costa Canyon High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Maverick Way
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 436-6136
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 436-6136
Gr: 9-12 | 1,774 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Carlsbad Village Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3557 Lancer Way
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5200
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5200
Gr: 10-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
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?
5 public high schools are located in 92009.
What is the racial composition of students in 92009?
92009 public high schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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