For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 8,802 students in 92069, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 877 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 92069, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92069, CA are Paloma Elementary School, Richland Elementary School and Knob Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92069 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92069, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92069, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paloma Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
660 Camino Magnifico
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2199
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2199
Gr: K-5 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Richland Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
910 Richland Rd.
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2400
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2400
Gr: K-5 | 883 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Knob Hill Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1825 Knob Hill Rd.
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2080
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2080
Gr: K-5 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
Woodland Park Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1270 Rock Springs Rd.
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2455
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2455
Gr: 6-8 | 1,184 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #55.
Mission Hills High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Mission Hills Ct.
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2700
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,751 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #66.
Twin Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Cassou Rd.
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2588
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2588
Gr: K-5 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #77.
San Marcos Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
650 West Mission Rd.
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2500
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2500
Gr: 6-8 | 968 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #88.
Foothills High School
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
158 Cassou Rd.
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2544
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2544
Gr: 9-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #99.
San Marcos Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1 Tiger Way
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2430
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2430
Gr: K-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1010.
North Coastal Consortium Schools
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
255 Pico Ave. Rm. 220
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 761-5110
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 761-5110
Gr: K-12 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #1111.
Twin Oaks High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
158 Cassou Rd.
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2555
San Marcos, CA 92069
(760) 290-2555
Gr: 9-12 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92069, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92069, CA include Paloma Elementary School, Richland Elementary School and Knob Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 92069?
11 public schools are located in 92069.
What percentage of students in 92069 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 92069 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92069?
92069 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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