Serving 552 students in grades Kindergarten-6, La Costa Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: La Costa Heights Elementary serves the northern part of Carlsbad, CA, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Costa Heights 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
La Costa Heights Elementary School's student population of 552 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
552 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Rankings
La Costa Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Costa Heights Elementary School is 0.51, which is less 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
#655 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 La Costa Heights Elementary School's ranking?
La Costa Heights Elementary School is ranked #655 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Costa Heights Elementary School often compared to?
La Costa Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mission Estancia Elementary School, El Camino Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Costa Heights Elementary School?
552 students attend La Costa Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of La Costa Heights Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Costa Heights Elementary School?
La Costa Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Costa Heights Elementary School offer ?
La Costa Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is La Costa Heights Elementary School part of?
La Costa Heights Elementary School is part of Encinitas Union Elementary School District.
School Calendar
View the La Costa Heights Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break: No School
October 26, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break: No School
October 27, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break: No School
October 28, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break: No School
October 29, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall Break: No School
October 30, 2026 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I teach at LCH, and my husband does too. We work here together, and all the kids are kind and loving. Every year, when my students move up a grade, they come back and hug me. THIS SCHOOL IS A FIVE STAR!!!
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