For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 8,393 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92078, CA Public Schools (2025)
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 | 687 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
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 | 846 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
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 | 1,198 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
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 | 1,482 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1 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 | 3,201 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
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 | 897 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
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 | 82 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
92078, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bayshore Preparatory Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1175 Linda Vista Dr.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 471-0847
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 471-0847
Gr: K-12 | 95 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
1782 La Costa Meadows Dr., Ste
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 494-9646
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 494-9646
Gr: K-12 | 232 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Pathways Academy Charter (Closed 2023)
Charter School
31505 Old River Rd.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 494-9646
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 494-9646
Gr: K-12 | 384 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Pivot Charter School - San Diego (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1030 La Bonita Dr. Ste. 100
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 591-0217
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 591-0217
Gr: K-12 | 236 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Pivot Charter School Riverside Ii (Closed 2018)
Charter School
29680 Lakeview Ave.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(877) 544-1429
San Marcos, CA 92078
(877) 544-1429
Gr: K-12 | 101 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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