Carlsbad High School is a public high school in Carlsbad, California.
Serving 38 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Carlsbad Seaside Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carlsbad Seaside Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Carlsbad Seaside Academy's student population of 38 students has declined by 95% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 93% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
38 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carlsbad Seaside Academy 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 Carlsbad Seaside Academy is 0.46, which is less 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
#1606 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
71%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlsbad Seaside Academy's ranking?
Carlsbad Seaside Academy is ranked #1606 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carlsbad Seaside Academy?
The graduation rate of Carlsbad Seaside Academy is 60-79%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Carlsbad Seaside Academy?
38 students attend Carlsbad Seaside Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Carlsbad Seaside Academy students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlsbad Seaside Academy?
Carlsbad Seaside Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carlsbad Seaside Academy offer ?
Carlsbad Seaside Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Carlsbad Seaside Academy part of?
Carlsbad Seaside Academy is part of Carlsbad Unified School District.
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