CaliforniaSan Diego CountyCarlsbad

Best Schools in Carlsbad, California

Compare 23 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

23
Total Schools
Public & Charter Schools
15,738
Total Students
Across Carlsbad
21.6:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
23 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

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Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score0%
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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)0 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)18 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • 0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • Largest student enrollment is 2,336 students at Carlsbad High.
  • Best student-teacher ratio is 16:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
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Aviara Oaks Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
6900 Ambrosia Ln., Carlsbad, CA 92009
0
Rating
Students
612
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
La Costa Meadows Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
6889 El Fuerte St., Carlsbad, CA 92009
0
Rating
Students
725
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Carrillo Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
2875 Poinsettia Ln., Carlsbad, CA 92009
0
Rating
Students
725
Student-Teacher
25:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
La Costa Canyon High
publichighGrade 9-12
1 Maverick Way, Carlsbad, CA 92009
0
Rating
Students
1,774
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Mission Estancia Elementary
publicmiddleK-6
3330 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad, CA 92009
0
Rating
Students
355
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary
publicmiddleK-6
8000 Calle Acervo, Carlsbad, CA 92009
0
Rating
Students
520
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
El Camino Creek Elementary
publicmiddleK-6
7885 Paseo Aliso, Carlsbad, CA 92009
0
Rating
Students
409
Student-Teacher
25:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
La Costa Heights Elementary
publicmiddleK-6
3035 Levante St., Carlsbad, CA 92009
0
Rating
Students
552
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Calavera Hills Middle
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
4104 Tamarack Ave., Carlsbad, CA 92008
0
Rating
Students
655
Student-Teacher
20:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Sage Creek High
publichighGrade 9-12
3900 Bobcat Blvd., Carlsbad, CA 92010
0
Rating
Students
1,289
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Poinsettia Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
2445 Mica Rd., Carlsbad, CA 92009
0
Rating
Students
481
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Calavera Hills Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
4100 Tamarack Ave., Carlsbad, CA 92008
0
Rating
Students
441
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Buena Vista Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
1330 Buena Vista Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008
0
Rating
Students
281
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Valley Middle
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
1645 Magnolia Ave., Carlsbad, CA 92008
0
Rating
Students
807
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Aviara Oaks Middle
publicmiddleGrade 6-8
6880 Ambrosia Ln., Carlsbad, CA 92011
0
Rating
Students
991
Student-Teacher
22:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Pacific Rim Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
1100 Camino De Las Ondas, Carlsbad, CA 92009
0
Rating
Students
642
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Carlsbad Seaside Academy
publichighK-12
3557 Lancer Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008
0
Rating
Students
38
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Hope Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
3010 Tamarack Ave., Carlsbad, CA 92010
0
Rating
Students
659
Student-Teacher
21:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Carlsbad High
publichighGrade 9-12
3557 Lancer Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008
0
Rating
Students
2,336
Student-Teacher
23:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%
Magnolia Elementary
publicelementaryK-5
1905 Magnolia Ave., Carlsbad, CA 92008
0
Rating
Students
488
Student-Teacher
24:1
ELA Proficiency
0%
Math Proficiency
0%

Detailed Overview of Schools in Carlsbad

Carlsbad, California is home to 23 schools serving over 15,738 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Carlsbad, California?

There are 23 schools in Carlsbad, serving 15,738 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Carlsbad?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Carlsbad include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Carlsbad?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Carlsbad is 21.6:1.