Serving 756 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Knob Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Knob Hill Elementary School's student population of 756 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Knob Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knob Hill Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#2166 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
35%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #2166 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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, Double Peak by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
756 students attend Knob Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Knob Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, 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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 20, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School
August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School
June 10, 2026 (Wednesday)
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