Serving 756 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carrillo 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrillo 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
Carrillo Elementary School's student population of 756 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carrillo Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrillo Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#644 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
52%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrillo Elementary School's ranking?
Carrillo Elementary School is ranked #644 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carrillo Elementary School often compared to?
Carrillo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Costa Meadows 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 33% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carrillo Elementary School?
756 students attend Carrillo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Carrillo Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carrillo Elementary School?
Carrillo Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carrillo Elementary School offer ?
Carrillo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carrillo Elementary School part of?
Carrillo Elementary School is part of San Marcos Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
First Day of School
August 19, 2025 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School
June 10, 2026 (Wednesday)
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