Very Good
#2990 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
Double Peak
Elementary School · San Marcos Unified
111 San Elijo Rd., San Marcos, CA 92078
Enrollment
1,198
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,198
Student-Teacher
24:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,990 of 9,539
In San Marcos
#5 of 19
public schools
In district
#5 of 19
San Marcos Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Double Peak
Elementary School in San Marcos · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Double Peak
Double Peak is a public elementary school in San Marcos, CA, part of San Marcos Unified. Double Peak serves approximately 1,198 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 24:1 student-teacher ratio. Double Peak has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,990 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Double Peak show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Double Peak runs 24:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Double Peak — Students at Double Peak score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Double Peak Compares
See how Double Peak performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
111 San Elijo Rd., San Marcos, CA 92078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Double Peak may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Discovery Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Baypoint Preparatory Academy - San Diego (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Paloma Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Marcos, see our San Marcos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Elijo Elementary San Marcos | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| San Elijo Middle San Marcos | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Discovery Elementary San Marcos | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| San Marcos Elementary San Marcos | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| North Coastal Consortium Schools San Marcos | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Baypoint Preparatory Academy - San Diego San Marcos | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Marcos | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| San Marcos Middle San Marcos | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| High Tech Middle North County San Diego | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| High Tech High North County San Diego | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Mission Hills High San Marcos | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| High Tech Elementary North County San Diego | 2.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Pivot Charter School - San Diego II San Marcos | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| San Marcos High San Marcos | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| La Mirada Academy San Marcos | 3.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Woodland Park Middle San Marcos | 3.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Richland Elementary San Marcos | 3.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Knob Hill Elementary San Marcos | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY San Marcos | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Paloma Elementary San Marcos | 3.9 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,905
Median Home Value
$874,000
Median Rent
$2,468/mo
Population
53,542
College Educated
48.3%
Homeownership
71.3%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
38.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ben Hulse Elementary Imperial, CA | 7.3 |
| California Montessori Project-San Juan Campuses Carmichael, CA | 7.3 |
| Canyon View Elementary Irvine, CA | 7.3 |
| Cecilia Lucero Solorio Elementary Fontana, CA | 7.3 |
| Clinton William Jefferson Compton, CA | 7.3 |
| Community Roots Academy Laguna Niguel, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Double Peak
What grades does Double Peak serve?
Double Peak serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Double Peak?
Double Peak has an enrollment of approximately 1,198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Double Peak?
The student-teacher ratio at Double Peak is 24:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Double Peak rank in CA?
Double Peak ranks #2,990 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Double Peak's MySchoolScout rating?
Double Peak has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Double Peak?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Double Peak has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Double Peak a charter school?
No, Double Peak is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Double Peak a Title I school?
No, Double Peak is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Double Peak?
21.6% of students at Double Peak qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.3%
- Phone
- (760) 290-2340
Resources & Links
District
San Marcos Unified- District Enrollment
- 19,374
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,639
- District Rank
- #5 of 19
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