Serving 931 students in grades 6-8, San Marcos Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 931 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Marcos Middle School's student population of 931 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
931 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
San Marcos Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Marcos Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4443 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
72%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
17%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Marcos Middle School's ranking?
San Marcos Middle School is ranked #4443 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Marcos Middle School often compared to?
San Marcos Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Marcos Middle School?
931 students attend San Marcos Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of San Marcos Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Marcos Middle School?
San Marcos Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does San Marcos Middle School offer ?
San Marcos Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is San Marcos Middle School part of?
San Marcos Middle 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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