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Best 92027 California Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 9,244 students in 92027, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 82 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 92027, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92027, CA are Heritage K-8 Charter, San Pasqual Union Elementary School and Escondido Charter High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92027 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92027, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best 92027, CA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heritage K-8 Charter
Charter School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1855 East Valley Pkwy.
Escondido, CA 92027
(760) 737-3111
Gr: K-8 | 1,345 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
San Pasqual Union Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
15305 Rockwood Rd.
Escondido, CA 92027
(760) 745-4931
Gr: K-8 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Escondido Charter High School
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1868 East Valley Pkwy.
Escondido, CA 92027
(760) 737-3154
Gr: 9-12 | 932 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Quantum Academy
(Math: 38% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
420 North Falconer Rd.
Escondido, CA 92027
(760) 432-2220
Gr: 4-8 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
Conway Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1325 Conway Dr.
Escondido, CA 92027
(760) 432-2435
Gr: K-6 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Rose Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
906 North Rose Ave.
Escondido, CA 92027
(760) 432-2495
Gr: K-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Glen View Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2201 East Mission Ave.
Escondido, CA 92027
(760) 432-2448
Gr: K-5 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Orange Glen Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2861 Valley Pkwy.
Escondido, CA 92027
(760) 432-2487
Gr: K-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #99.
Hidden Valley Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2700 Reed Rd.
Escondido, CA 92027
(760) 432-2457
Gr: 6-8 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Orange Glen High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2200 Glen Ridge Rd.
Escondido, CA 92027
(760) 291-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,788 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1111.
Oak Hill Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1820 Oak Hill Dr.
Escondido, CA 92027
(760) 432-2483
Gr: K-5 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1212.
Pioneer Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
980 North Ash St.
Escondido, CA 92027
(760) 432-2412
Gr: K-5 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1313.
Valley High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
410 North Hidden Trails Rd.
Escondido, CA 92027
(760) 291-2240
Gr: 9-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 92027, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92027, CA include Heritage K-8 Charter, San Pasqual Union Elementary School and Escondido Charter High School.
How many public schools are located in 92027?
13 public schools are located in 92027.
What percentage of students in 92027 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 92027 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92027?
92027 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

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