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#6166 of 9,539 schools in CA
Pivot Charter School - San Diego II
School · Pivot Charter School - San Diego II District
1030 La Bonita Dr. Ste. 100, San Marcos, CA 92078
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,166 of 9,539
In San Marcos
#13 of 19
public schools
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Pivot Charter School - San Diego II
School in San Marcos · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pivot Charter School - San Diego II
Pivot Charter School - San Diego II is a public school in San Marcos, CA, part of Pivot Charter School - San Diego II District. Pivot Charter School - San Diego II serves approximately 82 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pivot Charter School - San Diego II has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,166 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Pivot Charter School - San Diego II show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 82 students, Pivot Charter School - San Diego II is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Pivot Charter School - San Diego II sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Pivot Charter School - San Diego II is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Pivot Charter School - San Diego II — Students at Pivot Charter School - San Diego II score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How Pivot Charter School - San Diego II Compares
See how Pivot Charter School - San Diego II 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
1030 La Bonita Dr. Ste. 100, San Marcos, CA 92078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pivot Charter School - San Diego II may also want to explore other schools in the area. High Tech High North County (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is High Tech Middle North County (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Discovery Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Marcos, see our San Marcos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Marcos High San Marcos | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| High Tech Middle North County San Diego | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| High Tech High North County San Diego | 0.6 mi | 8.5 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Marcos | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| High Tech Elementary North County San Diego | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Discovery Elementary San Marcos | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| La Mirada Academy San Marcos | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY San Marcos | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| San Elijo Elementary San Marcos | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| San Elijo Middle San Marcos | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Carrillo Elementary Carlsbad | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary Vista | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Sanderling Waldorf School Vista | 2.2 mi | — |
| Kid's Town Montessori School Vista | 2.6 mi | — |
| KIDS TOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Vista | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| La Costa Meadows Elementary Carlsbad | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| San Marcos Middle San Marcos | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Pacific Ridge School Carlsbad | 2.4 mi | — |
| PACIFIC RIDGE SCHOOL Carlsbad | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Paloma Elementary San Marcos | 2.7 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pivot Charter School - San Diego II
What grades does Pivot Charter School - San Diego II serve?
Pivot Charter School - San Diego II serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Pivot Charter School - San Diego II?
Pivot Charter School - San Diego II has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pivot Charter School - San Diego II?
The student-teacher ratio at Pivot Charter School - San Diego II is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pivot Charter School - San Diego II rank in CA?
Pivot Charter School - San Diego II ranks #6,166 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Pivot Charter School - San Diego II's MySchoolScout rating?
Pivot Charter School - San Diego II has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Pivot Charter School - San Diego II?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pivot Charter School - San Diego II has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Pivot Charter School - San Diego II a charter school?
Yes, Pivot Charter School - San Diego II is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Pivot Charter School - San Diego II a Title I school?
No, Pivot Charter School - San Diego II is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pivot Charter School - San Diego II?
48.8% of students at Pivot Charter School - San Diego II 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 82
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.5%
- Phone
- (760) 591-0217
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.5%
Resources & Links
District
Pivot Charter School - San Diego II District- District Enrollment
- 82
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,916
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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