San Marcos Unified

District Overview
Headquartered at 255 Pico Ave. in San Marcos, California, San Marcos Unified is an active, traditional public school district serving a thriving large suburban community within the greater San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metropolitan area. Encompassing 19 operational schools, the district provides a continuous educational journey for over 18,800 students spanning from kindergarten through 12th grade, alongside dedicated adult education programs. With a diverse student body reflective of its dynamic North County location, the district serves as an essential academic hub committed to delivering comprehensive learning opportunities across all grade levels.

Behind this expansive educational framework is a robust professional infrastructure comprising over 3,230 full-time equivalent staff members. The district's instructional workforce includes approximately 1,607 full-time equivalent teachers, supported by nearly 219 instructional aides and more than 1,400 specialized support staff personnel. This substantial workforce ensures that schools are equipped to provide both rigorous classroom instruction and extensive student support services. For families, students, and educational researchers seeking to learn more about the district's programs and community initiatives, detailed resources and contact details are available through their administrative office or online at www.smusd.org.
19
Total Schools
18,860
Total Students
1,606.9
Full-Time Teachers
11.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for San Marcos Unified
Demographic Student Count
White6,905
Hispanic8,683
Black190
Asian1,555
Two or More1,457
American Indian22
Pacific Islander47
  • Hispanic
    8,683 (46.0%)
  • White
    6,905 (36.6%)
  • Asian
    1,555 (8.2%)
  • Two or More
    1,457 (7.7%)
  • Black
    190 (1.0%)
  • Pacific Islander
    47 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    22 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in San Marcos Unified
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary12
Middle3
High4
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:19
Students:18,860*
Teachers (FTE):1,606.9*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:11.7
Schools in San Marcos Unified
Found 19 Schools