For the 2025-26 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 15,102 students in 92024, CA (there are , serving 2,166 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 92024, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92024, CA are Canyon Crest Academy, Pacific Trails Middle School and Carmel Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92024 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92024, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92024, CA 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canyon Crest Academy
(Math: 85% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5951 Village Center Loop Rd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 350-0253
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 350-0253
Gr: 9-12 | 2,183 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Pacific Trails Middle School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5975 Village Center Loop Rd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 350-0253
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 350-0253
Gr: 7-8 | 980 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Carmel Valley Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3800 Mykonos Ln.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 481-8221
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 481-8221
Gr: 7-8 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Earl Warren Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
155 Stevens St.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 755-1558
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 755-1558
Gr: 7-8 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Jcs - Mountain Oaks
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
539 Encinitas Blvd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 632-4989
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 632-4989
Gr: K-8 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #66.
Flora Vista Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1690 Wandering Rd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-4329
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-4329
Gr: K-6 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #77.
Diegueno Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2150 Village Park Way
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-1892
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-1892
Gr: 7-8 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #88.
Torrey Pines High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3710 Del Mar Heights Rd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 755-0125
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 755-0125
Gr: 9-12 | 2,644 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #99.
Capri Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
941 Capri Rd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-4360
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-4360
Gr: K-6 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #1010.
Oak Crest Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
675 Balour Dr.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-6241
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-6241
Gr: 7-8 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1111.
San Dieguito High School Academy
(Math: 54% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Santa Fe Dr.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-1121
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-1121
Gr: 9-12 | 1,954 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #1212.
Ocean Knoll Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
910 Melba Rd.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-4351
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-4351
Gr: K-6 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #1313.
Park Dale Lane Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2050 Park Dale Ln.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-4344
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-4344
Gr: K-6 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1414.
Paul Ecke-central Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
185 Union St.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-4323
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-4323
Gr: K-6 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #1515.
La Costa Canyon High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Maverick Way
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 436-6136
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 436-6136
Gr: 9-12 | 1,768 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #1616.
Sunset High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
684 Requeza St.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-3860
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-3860
Gr: 9-12 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
92024, California 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
North Coast Alternative High School (Closed 2017)
Alternative School
684 Requeza
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-3860
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 753-3860
Gr: 7-12
608 Third St.
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-4339
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 944-4339
Gr: K-6 | 168 students Minority enrollment: 32%
552 South El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 205-3902
Encinitas, CA 92024
(858) 205-3902
Gr: K-6 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92024, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92024, CA include Canyon Crest Academy, Pacific Trails Middle School and Carmel Valley Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 92024?
16 public schools are located in 92024.
What percentage of students in 92024 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 92024 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92024?
92024 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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