Very Good
#2518 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 26% in state
San Dieguito HS Academy
High School · San Dieguito Union High
710 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas, CA 92024
Enrollment
1,954
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,954
Student-Teacher
24.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Encinitas
#6 of 16
public schools
California high schools
#443 of 1,892
In district
#4 of 10
San Dieguito Union High
Equity
8.3 / 10
Very strong
About San Dieguito HS Academy
San Dieguito HS Academy serves 1,954 students in grades 9-12 in Encinitas, California, operating as a regular public high school with 81 full-time equivalent teachers and a student-teacher ratio of 24.1:1. The school earns a solid 7.4 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks in the 78th percentile among California high schools, placing 2,117th out of 9,566 schools statewide. Academically, San Dieguito HS Academy demonstrates strong performance with an 8.5 out of 10 academic score.
Students show particular strength in English Language Arts, with 71% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. Math performance shows room for continued growth, with 50% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards. The school draws from an affluent community in the 92024 ZIP code, where the median household income reaches $141,329 and the median home value is $1,299,800.
This well-educated area boasts 65% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 5.4%. The ZIP code serves a population of 50,222 residents. San Dieguito HS Academy is situated in the coastal small city of Encinitas, providing students with the benefits of a tight-knit community atmosphere within San Diego County's vibrant educational landscape.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at San Dieguito HS Academy is 24.1:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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San Dieguito HS Academy — Students at San Dieguito HS Academy score 61% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 6 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 San Dieguito HS Academy Compares
See how San Dieguito HS Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 55% (2019) to 49.89% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 71% (2019) to 71.37% (2024).
Location
710 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas, CA 92024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Dieguito HS Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Sunset High (Continuation) (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GRAUER SCHOOL THE (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Encinitas, see our Encinitas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Seeds of Hope Academy Encinitas | 0.2 mi | — |
| Ocean Knoll Elementary Encinitas | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Ada W. Harris Elementary Cardiff-By-The-Sea | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Sunset High (Continuation) Encinitas | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| JCS - Mountain Oaks Encinitas | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Oak Crest Middle Encinitas | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| PACIFIC ACADEMY Encinitas | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| JCS - Cedar Cove Julian | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Village Gate Children's Academy Cardiff | 0.9 mi | — |
| VILLAGE GATE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Cardiff-by-the-Sea | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Cardiff Elementary Cardiff-By-The-Sea | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ENCINITAS Encinitas | 1.0 mi | — |
| Norton High School Encinitas | 1.1 mi | — |
| GRAUER SCHOOL THE Encinitas | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Grauer School, The Encinitas | 1.2 mi | — |
| Lingua Natal Encinitas | 1.6 mi | — |
| Encinitas Country Day School Encinitas | 1.7 mi | — |
| ENCINITAS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Encinitas | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Flora Vista Elementary Encinitas | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Paul Ecke-Central Elementary Encinitas | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$149,080
Median Home Value
$1,409,700
Median Rent
$2,643/mo
Population
50,030
College Educated
66.8%
Homeownership
67.7%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
44.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding San Dieguito HS Academy has a median household income of $149,080. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,409,700, with a median rent of $2,643/month. The local poverty rate of 5.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
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| Canyon Springs High Moreno Valley, CA | 7.4 |
| El Diamante High Visalia, CA | 7.4 |
| Gabrielino High San Gabriel, CA | 7.4 |
| Nogales High La Puente, CA | 7.4 |
| Oxnard High Oxnard, CA | 7.4 |
| Piedmont Hills High San Jose, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Dieguito HS Academy
What grades does San Dieguito HS Academy serve?
San Dieguito HS Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend San Dieguito HS Academy?
San Dieguito HS Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,954 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Dieguito HS Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at San Dieguito HS Academy is 24.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Dieguito HS Academy rank in CA?
San Dieguito HS Academy is ranked #2518 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is San Dieguito HS Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
San Dieguito HS Academy has a composite rating of 7.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at San Dieguito HS Academy?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, San Dieguito HS Academy has 51.6% math proficiency and 71.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is San Dieguito HS Academy a charter school?
No, San Dieguito HS Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Dieguito HS Academy a Title I school?
No, San Dieguito HS Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Dieguito HS Academy?
23.6% of students at San Dieguito HS Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,954
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 81
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (760) 753-1121
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
San Dieguito Union High- District Enrollment
- 12,364
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,521
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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