Serving 758 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Paloma 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 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% 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: 758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Paloma Elementary serves the northern part of San Marcos, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paloma 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
Paloma Elementary School's student population of 758 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
758 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Paloma 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 Paloma Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#894 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
17%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
37%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
33%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paloma Elementary School's ranking?
Paloma Elementary School is ranked #894 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Paloma Elementary School often compared to?
Paloma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Paloma Elementary School?
758 students attend Paloma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Paloma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paloma Elementary School?
Paloma Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paloma Elementary School offer ?
Paloma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Paloma Elementary School part of?
Paloma Elementary School is part of San Marcos Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Paloma Elementary School located?
Paloma Elementary School is located in the Santa Fe Hills neighborhood of San Marcos, CA.
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