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San Marcos Middle
Middle School · San Marcos Unified
650 West Mission Rd., San Marcos, CA 92069
Enrollment
987
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
987
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,155 of 9,539
In San Marcos
#7 of 19
public schools
In district
#8 of 19
San Marcos Unified
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San Marcos Middle
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About San Marcos Middle
San Marcos Middle is a public middle school in San Marcos, CA, part of San Marcos Unified. San Marcos Middle serves approximately 987 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. San Marcos Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,155 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Marcos Middle show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
San Marcos Middle runs 21.9:1 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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San Marcos Middle — Students at San Marcos Middle score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
63.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How San Marcos Middle Compares
See how San Marcos Middle 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
650 West Mission Rd., San Marcos, CA 92069
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Marcos Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. High Tech High North County (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is High Tech Middle North County (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Discovery Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Marcos, see our San Marcos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Marcos Elementary San Marcos | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| North Coastal Consortium Schools San Marcos | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Paloma Elementary San Marcos | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Discovery Elementary San Marcos | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Baypoint Preparatory Academy - San Diego San Marcos | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| La Mirada Academy San Marcos | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Marcos | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| High Tech Elementary North County San Diego | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Mission Hills High San Marcos | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY San Marcos | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| High Tech Middle North County San Diego | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| High Tech High North County San Diego | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Richland Elementary San Marcos | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| San Marcos High San Marcos | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Twin Oaks Elementary San Marcos | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Foothills High San Marcos | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Twin Oaks High San Marcos | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary Vista | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Pivot Charter School - San Diego II San Marcos | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Double Peak San Marcos | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Marcos Middle
What grades does San Marcos Middle serve?
San Marcos Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend San Marcos Middle?
San Marcos Middle has an enrollment of approximately 987 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Marcos Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at San Marcos Middle is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Marcos Middle rank in CA?
San Marcos Middle ranks #5,155 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Marcos Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
San Marcos Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 San Marcos Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Marcos Middle has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Marcos Middle a charter school?
No, San Marcos Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Marcos Middle a Title I school?
No, San Marcos Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Marcos Middle?
63.3% of students at San Marcos Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 987
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 63.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (760) 290-2500
Resources & Links
District
San Marcos Unified- District Enrollment
- 19,374
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,639
- District Rank
- #8 of 19
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