Schools in 92078 — San Marcos, California
92078 has 7 ranked schools averaging a Scope Score of 57.9 — 14.2 points above the California state average of 43.8. Scores range from 35.6 to 74.1, a 38.5-point spread. 2 schools rank in the 90th percentile or above statewide.
How 92078 schools perform
The top-ranked school is Discovery Elementary with a Scope Score of 74 and 54.4% of students exceeding standard.
High-ceiling zip code: Schools here average 31.3% exceeding standard — well above the statewide average of 21.6%. These schools aren't just meeting proficiency; they're pushing students beyond it.
Chronic absenteeism across 92078 averages 14.4%, above the state average of 18.1%.
How 92078 compares to nearby zip codes
School archetypes in 92078
Hidden gems: 2 schools in 92078 are classified as Growth Engine or On the Rise — showing positive growth trajectories that raw proficiency scores alone don't capture. These are schools where students leave with more than they arrived with.
Archetypes are data-driven labels based on Scope Score dimensions. Learn more
All schools in 92078
| # | School | Exceeded | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Discovery Elementary San Marcos Unified High Ceiling | 54.4% | Strong 74/100 |
| 2 | Double Peak San Marcos Unified Growth Engine | 46.6% | Strong 70/100 |
| 3 | San Elijo Elementary San Marcos Unified Strong All-Around | 42.2% | Solid 67/100 |
| 4 | San Marcos High San Marcos Unified Building Momentum | 18.1% | Solid 61/100 |
| 5 | San Elijo Middle San Marcos Unified Culture First | 29.0% | Solid 55/100 |
| 6 | Baypoint Preparatory Academy - San Diego SBE - Baypoint Preparatory Academy San D Building Momentum | 20.0% | Developing 42/100 |
| 7 | La Mirada Academy San Marcos Unified On the Rise | 8.6% | Developing 36/100 |
Schools in 92078 on the map
Data source: California Department of Education · CAASPP 2024-25 · Methodology
Scores are SchoolScope's analysis of public data, not official CDE ratings. They represent one way of interpreting test results and should not be the sole basis for school decisions.
What Scope Scores can't tell you about 92078
- Class sizes and student-teacher interaction quality
- Quality of arts, music, athletics, and enrichment programs
- Teacher experience, turnover, and professional development
- Campus safety, bullying climate, and social-emotional support
- Parent and community engagement levels
- Quality of special education and gifted programs
- How school zones and enrollment boundaries affect access
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