Very Good
#2815 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Richland Elementary
Elementary School · San Marcos Unified
910 Richland Rd., San Marcos, CA 92069
Enrollment
869
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
869
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,815 of 9,539
In San Marcos
#4 of 19
public schools
In district
#4 of 19
San Marcos Unified
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Richland Elementary
Richland Elementary is a public elementary school in San Marcos, CA, part of San Marcos Unified. Richland Elementary serves approximately 869 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Richland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,815 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Richland Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Richland Elementary runs 24.8:1 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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Richland Elementary — Students at Richland Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
32.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.8/10.
How Richland Elementary Compares
See how Richland Elementary 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
910 Richland Rd., San Marcos, CA 92069
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Baypoint Preparatory Academy - San Diego (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Paloma Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Community Montessori (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Escondido), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Marcos, see our San Marcos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mission Hills High San Marcos | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Woodland Park Middle San Marcos | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Baypoint Preparatory Academy - San Diego San Marcos | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Knob Hill Elementary San Marcos | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Twin Oaks Elementary San Marcos | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| North Coastal Consortium Schools San Marcos | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Foothills High San Marcos | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Twin Oaks High San Marcos | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| San Marcos Elementary San Marcos | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| San Marcos Middle San Marcos | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Escondido Adventist Academy Escondido | 2.3 mi | — |
| ESCONDIDO ADVENTIST ACADEMY Escondido | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Rock Springs Elementary Escondido | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Community Montessori Escondido | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Dimensions Collaborative Escondido | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Paloma Elementary San Marcos | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| North Broadway Elementary Escondido | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Calvin Christian School of Escondido Escondido | 2.9 mi | — |
| Escondido High Escondido | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Reidy Creek Elementary Escondido | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92069 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,065
Median Home Value
$714,700
Median Rent
$2,078/mo
Population
46,825
College Educated
34.9%
Homeownership
55.8%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
36.5
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|---|---|
| Akers Elementary Lemoore, CA | 7.4 |
| Alisal Community Salinas, CA | 7.4 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II Oakland, CA | 7.4 |
| Bernardo Elementary Escondido, CA | 7.4 |
| Bessie E. Owens Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 7.4 |
| Brookside Stockton, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richland Elementary
What grades does Richland Elementary serve?
Richland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Richland Elementary?
Richland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 869 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Richland Elementary is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richland Elementary rank in CA?
Richland Elementary ranks #2,815 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Richland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Richland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Richland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Richland Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Richland Elementary a charter school?
No, Richland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Richland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richland Elementary?
32.2% of students at Richland Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 869
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.4%
- Phone
- (760) 290-2400
Resources & Links
District
San Marcos Unified- District Enrollment
- 19,374
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,639
- District Rank
- #4 of 19
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