Serving 717 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Discovery Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Discovery Elementary serves the southern part of San Marcos, CA, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Discovery Elementary School's student population of 717 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
717 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Motto
Exploring a Universe Filled with Knowledge
School Rankings
Discovery Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#459 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Elementary School's ranking?
Discovery Elementary School is ranked #459 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Discovery Elementary School?
717 students attend Discovery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Discovery Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Elementary School?
Discovery Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Discovery Elementary School offer ?
Discovery Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Discovery Elementary School part of?
Discovery Elementary School is part of San Marcos Unified School District.
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