Serving 355 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mission Estancia Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission Estancia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mission Estancia Elementary School's student population of 355 students has declined by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
355 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Mission Estancia Elementary School 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 Mission Estancia Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1153 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
67%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Estancia Elementary School's ranking?
Mission Estancia Elementary School is ranked #1153 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mission Estancia Elementary School often compared to?
Mission Estancia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Costa Heights Elementary School, El Camino Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% 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 Mission Estancia Elementary School?
355 students attend Mission Estancia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Mission Estancia Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission Estancia Elementary School?
Mission Estancia Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mission Estancia Elementary School offer ?
Mission Estancia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mission Estancia Elementary School part of?
Mission Estancia Elementary School is part of Encinitas Union Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School: 12:45 Early Dismissal
June 10, 2026 (Wednesday)
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