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Mission Estancia Elementary

Encinitas Union Elementary · San Diego County · 3330 Calle Barcelona, Carlsbad, CA 92009-9319

(760) 943-2004 · www.eusd.k12.ca.us/me

9/10
#846
Rank 846 out of 5,722
Top 15%
English Language Arts9/10 · #715 · 88th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #973 · 83rd percentile
Science9/10 · #972 · 83rd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the sun-soaked hills of Carlsbad's La Costa area, Mission Estancia sits in one of San Diego County's most desirable pockets — close to the beach, great trails, and a tight-knit suburban community that genuinely invests in its schools. Academic performance here is strong across the board, with English scores especially standing out, making it a solid choice for families who want rigorous fundamentals without the pressure-cooker environment of more competitive districts. It's the kind of neighborhood school where you know your neighbors at drop-off, and the laid-back coastal lifestyle of Carlsbad feels like a natural extension of the classroom.

Student Demographics

216 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
147 (68%)
Hispanic
25 (12%)
Multiple Races
20 (9%)
Asian
16 (7%)
Other
8 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners15 (7%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged27 (13%)
Students with Disabilities50 (23%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

355
Enrollment
21.9
Teachers (FTE)
16.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
12.4
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 Programs5/10 · #3200 · 47th percentile

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