Serving 548 students in grades Kindergarten-8, San Pasqual Union Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: San Pasqual Union Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 29.1 square miles in Escondido, CA. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Pasqual Union Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
San Pasqual Union Elementary School's student population of 548 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
548 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1918
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Pasqual Union Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Pasqual Union Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2231 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
49%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Pasqual Union Elementary School's ranking?
San Pasqual Union Elementary School is ranked #2231 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Pasqual Union Elementary School often compared to?
San Pasqual Union 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Pasqual Union Elementary School?
548 students attend San Pasqual Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of San Pasqual Union Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Pasqual Union Elementary School?
San Pasqual Union Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Pasqual Union Elementary School offer ?
San Pasqual Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is San Pasqual Union Elementary School part of?
San Pasqual Union Elementary School is part of San Pasqual Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is San Pasqual Union Elementary School located?
San Pasqual Union Elementary School is located in the San Pasqual Valley neighborhood of Escondido, CA.
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