For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 3,825 students in Carlsbad, CA. The top ranked public high schools in Carlsbad, CA are Sage Creek High School, Carlsbad Seaside Academy and Carlsbad High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carlsbad, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Carlsbad have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public high schools.
Carlsbad, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the California average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Carlsbad High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high school average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Carlsbad, CA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sage Creek High School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3900 Bobcat Blvd.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-6600
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-6600
Grades: 9-12
| 1,392 students
Rank: #22.
Carlsbad Seaside Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3557 Monroe St.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5299
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5299
Grades: K-12
| 84 students
Rank: #33.
Carlsbad High School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3557 Monroe St.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5100
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5100
Grades: 9-12
| 2,290 students
Rank: #44.
Carlsbad Village Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3557 Monroe St.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5100
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 331-5100
Grades: 10-12
| 59 students
Carlsbad, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Community Home Education (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
6401 Linda Vista Rd., Rm. 216
Carlsbad, CA 92011
(760) 471-6010
Carlsbad, CA 92011
(760) 471-6010
Grades: K-12
| 97 students
The Jump Academy (Closed 2005)
Charter School
7100 Arenal Lane
Carlsbad, CA 92009
Carlsbad, CA 92009
Grades: K-7
| 157 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Carlsbad, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in Carlsbad, CA include Sage Creek High School, Carlsbad Seaside Academy and Carlsbad High School. Carlsbad has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in California.
How many public high schools are located in Carlsbad?
4 public high schools are located in Carlsbad.
What is the racial composition of students in Carlsbad?
Carlsbad public high schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public high schools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Carlsbad are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Carlsbad include: Carlsbad Village Academy vs. Carlsbad High School, Sage Creek High School vs. Carlsbad High School, Carlsbad High School vs. Sage Creek High School
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