Serving 648 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Twin Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% 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: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Twin Oaks Elementary serves the northern part of San Marcos, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 10.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Twin Oaks Elementary School's student population of 648 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
648 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Twin Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twin Oaks Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#3132 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
59%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
31%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Twin Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Twin Oaks Elementary School is ranked #3132 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Twin Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Twin Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland Elementary School, San Marcos Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Twin Oaks Elementary School?
648 students attend Twin Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Twin Oaks Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twin Oaks Elementary School?
Twin Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Twin Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Twin Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Twin Oaks Elementary School part of?
Twin Oaks Elementary School is part of San Marcos Unified School District.
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