For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,157 students in 92078, CA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 92078, CA are San Marcos High School and Pivot Charter School - San Diego Ii. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 92078 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in 92078, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 92078 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is San Marcos High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92078, CA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
San Marcos High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1615 San Marcos Blvd.
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2200
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 290-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 3,067 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Pivot Charter School - San Diego Ii
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1030 La Bonita Dr., Ste. 100
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 591-0217
San Marcos, CA 92078
(760) 591-0217
Gr: K-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 92078, CA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 92078, CA include San Marcos High School and Pivot Charter School - San Diego Ii.
How many public high schools are located in 92078?
2 public high schools are located in 92078.
What is the racial composition of students in 92078?
92078 public high schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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