Serving 546 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Marcos Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Marcos Elementary serves a central area in San Marcos, CA, covering approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Marcos Elementary School's student population of 546 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
546 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Marcos Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Marcos Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#6546 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Marcos Elementary School's ranking?
San Marcos Elementary School is ranked #6546 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Marcos Elementary School often compared to?
San Marcos Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Oaks Elementary School, Richland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Marcos Elementary School?
546 students attend San Marcos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of San Marcos Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Marcos Elementary School?
San Marcos Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Marcos Elementary School offer ?
San Marcos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is San Marcos Elementary School part of?
San Marcos Elementary School is part of San Marcos Unified School District.
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