Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Encinita Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Encinita Elementary School's student population of 418 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Encinita 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 Encinita Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#3882 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
59%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
White
2%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Encinita Elementary School's ranking?
Encinita Elementary School is ranked #3882 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Encinita Elementary School?
418 students attend Encinita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Encinita Elementary School students are Asian, 39% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Encinita Elementary School?
Encinita Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Encinita Elementary School offer ?
Encinita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Encinita Elementary School part of?
Encinita Elementary School is part of Rosemead Elementary School District.
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