Serving 600 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School's student population of 600 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3413 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School's ranking?
Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School is ranked #3413 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School often compared to?
Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Elementary School, Carrillo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School?
600 students attend Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School?
Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School offer ?
Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School part of?
Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary School is part of San Marcos Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 1/20/2020
I honestly love this school! I went here all throughout 1st-5th and found everybody very nice, helpful, and fun. This school was overall a good experience, and I was saddened when I had to leave for middle school.
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