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Carrillo Elementary

San Marcos Unified · San Diego County · 2875 Poinsettia Lane, Carlsbad, CA 92009-3041

(760) 290-2900 · www.smusd.org

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9/10
#746
Rank 746 out of 5,722
Top 13%
English Language Arts9/10 · #802 · 86th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #649 · 89th percentile
Science9/10 · #909 · 84th percentile

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School Overview

Carrillo Elementary sits in the sun-soaked hills of Carlsbad, one of San Diego County's most sought-after coastal communities, where the weather is perpetually mild and the neighborhoods feel polished and family-forward. As part of San Marcos Unified, Carrillo punches well above average academically, with particularly strong math scores that put it in the top tier of California elementary schools. Families drawn to a suburban lifestyle with easy beach access — and who want a school that takes learning seriously without sacrificing a welcoming community feel — will find a lot to love here.

Student Demographics

360 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
197 (55%)
Hispanic
85 (24%)
Asian
36 (10%)
Multiple Races
34 (9%)
Other
8 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners44 (12%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged93 (26%)
Students with Disabilities60 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

725
Enrollment
29
Teachers (FTE)
25:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
24.4
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #2633 · 56th percentile

119 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found