LA COSTA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
La Costa Heights Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Encinitas Union Elementary school district, located in Carlsbad, CA with about 690 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 28 teachers, La Costa Heights Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
La Costa Heights Elementary School, located in the coastal community of Carlsbad, California, serves as a high-performing campus within the Encinitas Union School District. Known for its strong academic foundation and commitment to student well-being, the school emphasizes a balanced approach to education that integrates rigorous core curriculum with programs designed to foster social-emotional growth and critical thinking skills. The school is highly regarded by the local community for its supportive environment and dedicated staff, consistently maintaining a reputation for excellence in the region.
The campus culture at La Costa Heights is defined by a deep focus on community involvement and student engagement. Beyond traditional academics, the school often highlights the importance of innovation and physical health, frequently utilizing the district’s focus on 21st-century learning environments. Parents and families are highly active in school life, contributing to a collaborative atmosphere that prioritizes both personal development and academic achievement, making it a cornerstone of the North County San Diego educational landscape.
For more information, contact La Costa Heights Elementary at (760) 944-4375 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Carlsbad, CA 92009-8331
(760) 944-4375
http://www.eusd.k12.ca.us/lc
LA COSTA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Carlsbad, CA with about 690 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Encinitas Union Elementary
- Total Students:
- 690
- Teachers:
- 28
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 690 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending LA COSTA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.
- White
- 71.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 13.6%
- Asian
- 9.7%
- Two or more races
- 3.6%
- Black or African American
- 1.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 45.8%
- Male
- 54.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.