For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 5,758 students in 92069, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 92069 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92069, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92069, CA Public Elementary 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.
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: #66.
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: #77.
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: #88.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 92069, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92069, CA include Paloma Elementary School, Richland Elementary School and Knob Hill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92069?
8 public elementary schools are located in 92069.
What is the racial composition of students in 92069?
92069 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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