Serving 980 students in grades 7-8, Pacific Trails Middle 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 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 980 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pacific Trails Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Pacific Trails Middle School's student population of 980 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
980 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pacific Trails Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pacific Trails Middle 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
#167 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
12%
Hispanic
9%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pacific Trails Middle School's ranking?
Pacific Trails Middle School is ranked #167 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pacific Trails Middle School often compared to?
Pacific Trails Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carmel Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pacific Trails Middle School?
980 students attend Pacific Trails Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Pacific Trails Middle School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pacific Trails Middle School?
Pacific Trails Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pacific Trails Middle School offer ?
Pacific Trails Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Pacific Trails Middle School part of?
Pacific Trails Middle School is part of San Dieguito Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Pacific Trails Middle School located?
Pacific Trails Middle School is located in the Carmel Valley neighborhood of Encinitas, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Carmel Valley.
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