Serving 1,496 students in grades 6-8, San Elijo Middle 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 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Math Proficiency: 63%
- Reading Proficiency: 78%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Elijo Middle School's student population of 1,496 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of San Elijo Middle School is 0.57, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)78%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
61%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are San Elijo Middle School often compared to?
San Elijo Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Double Peak, Aviara Oaks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend San Elijo Middle School?
1,496 students attend San Elijo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of San Elijo Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Elijo Middle School?
San Elijo Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Elijo Middle School offer ?
San Elijo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is San Elijo Middle School part of?
San Elijo Middle School is part of San Marcos Unified School District.
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