Serving 583 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Paul Ecke-central 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 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul Ecke-central 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
Paul Ecke-central Elementary School's student population of 583 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
583 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Paul Ecke-central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul Ecke-central Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1535 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
1%
12%

Hispanic
29%
56%

Black
n/a
5%

White
59%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a

Two or more races
11%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Ecke-central Elementary School's ranking?
Paul Ecke-central Elementary School is ranked #1535 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Paul Ecke-central Elementary School often compared to?
Paul Ecke-central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Capri Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Paul Ecke-central Elementary School?
583 students attend Paul Ecke-central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Paul Ecke-central Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul Ecke-central Elementary School?
Paul Ecke-central Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Paul Ecke-central Elementary School offer ?
Paul Ecke-central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Paul Ecke-central Elementary School part of?
Paul Ecke-central Elementary School is part of Encinitas Union Elementary School District.
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