Serving 726 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Knob Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knob Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Knob Hill Elementary School's student population of 726 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Knob Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knob Hill Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1895 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knob Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Knob Hill Elementary School is ranked #1895 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Knob Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Knob Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland Elementary School, Double Peak by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Knob Hill Elementary School?
726 students attend Knob Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Knob Hill Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knob Hill Elementary School?
Knob Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Knob Hill Elementary School offer ?
Knob Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Knob Hill Elementary School part of?
Knob Hill Elementary School is part of San Marcos Unified School District.
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