Serving 509 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Poinsettia Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poinsettia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Poinsettia Elementary School's student population of 509 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Campus Size
5
School Motto
We provide every student an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment.
School Mascot
Panthers
School Rankings
Poinsettia Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poinsettia Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#293 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
52%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poinsettia Elementary School's ranking?
Poinsettia Elementary School is ranked #293 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Poinsettia Elementary School often compared to?
Poinsettia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aviara Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Poinsettia Elementary School?
509 students attend Poinsettia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Poinsettia Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poinsettia Elementary School?
Poinsettia Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Poinsettia Elementary School offer ?
Poinsettia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Poinsettia Elementary School part of?
Poinsettia Elementary School is part of Carlsbad Unified School District.
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