For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 8,142 students in 92078, CA (there are 6 private schools, serving 941 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 92078, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92078, CA are Discovery Elementary School, San Elijo Elementary School and Double Peak. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92078 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92078, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92078, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Discovery Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
730 Applewilde Dr.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2077
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2077
Gr: K-5 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
San Elijo Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1615 Schoolhouse Way
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2600
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2600
Gr: K-5 | 834 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Double Peak
(Math: 65% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
111 San Elijo Rd.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2340
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2340
Gr: K-8 | 1,171 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
San Elijo Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 Schoolhouse Way
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2800
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 1,395 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
San Marcos High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1615 San Marcos Blvd.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2200
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 3,067 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #66.
La Mirada Academy
(Math: 25% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3697 La Mirada Dr.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2000
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2000
Gr: K-8 | 868 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Pivot Charter School - San Diego Ii
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1030 La Bonita Dr., Ste. 100
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 591-0217
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 591-0217
Gr: K-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92078, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92078, CA include Discovery Elementary School, San Elijo Elementary School and Double Peak.
How many public schools are located in 92078?
7 public schools are located in 92078.
What percentage of students in 92078 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 92078 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92078?
92078 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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