SAN ELIJO MIDDLE SCHOOL
San Elijo Middle is a public middle school that is part of the San Marcos Unified school district, located in San Marcos, CA with about 1,933 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 61 teachers, San Elijo Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 31:1. 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.
San Elijo Middle School, located in the San Marcos Unified School District, serves students in grades 6–8 and is known for its strong focus on academic excellence and a well-rounded student experience. Situated in the master-planned community of San Elijo Hills, the school benefits from a highly engaged parent community and a setting that emphasizes a safe, supportive environment for early adolescent development. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for the rigors of high school while offering various opportunities for personal growth through elective programs, extracurricular activities, and a commitment to integrating technology into the classroom.
The school is recognized for its dedicated faculty and a culture that prioritizes student achievement and social-emotional well-being. As part of the San Marcos Unified School District, it follows a robust educational framework that encourages critical thinking, collaboration, and character development. With modern facilities and a focus on fostering a sense of community, San Elijo Middle School provides a comprehensive educational experience aimed at equipping students with the skills necessary for success in their future academic and professional endeavors.
For more information, contact San Elijo Middle at (760) 290-2800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
San Marcos, CA 92078-1079
(760) 290-2800
http://www.smusd.org
SAN ELIJO MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in San Marcos, CA with about 1,933 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- San Marcos Unified
- Total Students:
- 1,933
- Teachers:
- 61.31
- 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 1,933 students
- White
- 68.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 20.7%
- Asian
- 8.0%
- Black or African American
- 1.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.5%
- Male
- 49.5%
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.