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Richland Elementary

San Marcos Unified · San Diego County · 910 Richland Road, San Marcos, CA 92069-2199

(760) 290-2400 · www.smusd.org

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9/10
#926
Rank 926 out of 5,722
Top 16%
English Language Arts9/10 · #918 · 84th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #879 · 85th percentile
Science9/10 · #1116 · 80th percentile

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School Overview

Richland Elementary sits in the heart of San Marcos, a fast-growing North County San Diego community that blends suburban comfort with easy access to hiking trails, craft breweries, and the buzz of Cal State San Marcos nearby. The school performs solidly above most of its peers statewide, with strong English and math scores that make it a reliable choice for families putting down roots in the area. It's the kind of neighborhood school that appeals to families who want consistent academics without having to seek out a magnet or charter option.

Student Demographics

414 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
179 (43%)
White
161 (39%)
Multiple Races
44 (11%)
Asian
14 (3%)
Filipino
14 (3%)
Other
3 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners50 (12%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged143 (35%)
Students with Disabilities71 (17%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

883
Enrollment
37
Teachers (FTE)
23.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
23.1
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 Programs4/10 · #3724 · 38th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found