For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,539 students in 92029, CA.
The top ranked public schools in 92029, CA are Bernardo Elementary School and Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92029 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92029, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92029, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bernardo Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1122 Mountain Heights Dr.
Escondido, CA 92029
(760) 432-2700
Escondido, CA 92029
(760) 432-2700
Gr: K-5 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1740 Scenic Trail Way
Escondido, CA 92029
(760) 291-2500
Escondido, CA 92029
(760) 291-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 757 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
Limitless Learning Academy
Alternative School
1400 West Ninth Ave.
Escondido, CA 92029
(760) 432-2388
Escondido, CA 92029
(760) 432-2388
Gr: K-8 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92029, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92029, CA include Bernardo Elementary School and Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science.
How many public schools are located in 92029?
3 public schools are located in 92029.
What is the racial composition of students in 92029?
92029 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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