For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 6,613 students in Encinitas, CA. The top-ranked public high schools in Encinitas, CA are Canyon Crest Academy, Torrey Pines High School and San Dieguito High School Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Encinitas, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Encinitas have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public high schools.
Encinitas, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Canyon Crest Academy, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Encinitas, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canyon Crest Academy
(Math: 85% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5951 Village Center Loop Rd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 350-0253
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 350-0253
Gr: 9-12 | 2,147 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Torrey Pines High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3710 Del Mar Heights Rd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 755-0125
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 755-0125
Gr: 9-12 | 2,536 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
San Dieguito High School Academy
(Math: 54% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Santa Fe Dr.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-1121
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-1121
Gr: 9-12 | 1,843 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Sunset High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
684 Requeza St.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-3860
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-3860
Gr: 9-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Encinitas, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Encinitas, CA include Canyon Crest Academy, Torrey Pines High School and San Dieguito High School Academy. Encinitas has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in California.
How many public high schools are located in Encinitas?
4 public high schools are located in Encinitas.
What is the racial composition of students in Encinitas?
Encinitas public high schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Encinitas are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Encinitas include: Canyon Crest Academy vs. Torrey Pines High School, Torrey Pines High School vs. Canyon Crest Academy, Sunset High (Continuation School) vs. San Dieguito High School Academy
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