Serving 725 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Knob Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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: 725 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Knob Hill Elementary serves the eastern part of San Marcos, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knob Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Knob Hill Elementary School's student population of 725 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
725 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Knob Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knob Hill Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1895 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
School colors not listed.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knob Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Knob Hill Elementary School is ranked #1895 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Knob Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Knob Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Knob Hill Elementary School?
725 students attend Knob Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Knob Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knob Hill Elementary School?
Knob Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Knob Hill Elementary School offer ?
Knob Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Knob Hill Elementary School part of?
Knob Hill Elementary School is part of San Marcos Unified School District.
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