For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 7,347 students in 92026, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 714 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 92026, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92026, CA are Community Montessori, Reidy Creek Elementary School and Dimensions Collaborative. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92026 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92026, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92026, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Community Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1441 Montiel Rd. Ste. 143
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 743-7880
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 743-7880
Gr: K-8 | 795 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Reidy Creek Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2869 North Broadway
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 739-5800
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 739-5800
Gr: K-5 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Dimensions Collaborative
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1441 Montiel Rd. Ste. 143
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 743-7880
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 743-7880
Gr: K-12 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
North Broadway Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2301 North Broadway
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 432-2479
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 432-2479
Gr: K-5 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Rincon Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
925 Lehner Ave.
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 432-2491
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 432-2491
Gr: 6-8 | 772 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Escondido High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1535 North Broadway
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 291-4000
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 291-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,656 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1029 North Broadway
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 432-2466
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 432-2466
Gr: K-5 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Mission Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
939 East Mission Ave.
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 432-2452
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 432-2452
Gr: 6-8 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #99.
Farr Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
933 Farr Ave.
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 735-3049
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 735-3049
Gr: K-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Rock Springs Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1155 Deodar Rd.
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 432-2284
Escondido, CA 92026
(760) 432-2284
Gr: K-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92026, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92026, CA include Community Montessori, Reidy Creek Elementary School and Dimensions Collaborative.
How many public schools are located in 92026?
10 public schools are located in 92026.
What percentage of students in 92026 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 92026 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92026?
92026 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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