Serving 725 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Costa Meadows Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Costa Meadows Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
La Costa Meadows Elementary School's student population of 725 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
725 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Celebrating Effort - Challenging the Whole Child - Building Community
School Rankings
La Costa Meadows Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Costa Meadows Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#937 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
65%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Costa Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
La Costa Meadows Elementary School is ranked #937 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Costa Meadows Elementary School often compared to?
La Costa Meadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrillo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Costa Meadows Elementary School?
725 students attend La Costa Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of La Costa Meadows Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Costa Meadows Elementary School?
La Costa Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Costa Meadows Elementary School offer ?
La Costa Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is La Costa Meadows Elementary School part of?
La Costa Meadows Elementary School is part of San Marcos Unified School District.
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