Magnolia Elementary

1905 Magnolia Ave.
Carlsbad, CA 92008

mes.carlsbadusd.net

488 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Magnolia Elementary School, located in the coastal community of Carlsbad, California, is a key institution within the Carlsbad Unified School District. Serving students in the local area, the school is situated in a vibrant neighborhood, reflecting the district’s commitment to providing quality public education. As part of a highly-regarded school system, Magnolia Elementary focuses on fostering academic excellence, personal growth, and a supportive learning environment for its diverse student population.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous curriculum standards with opportunities for social and emotional development. By leveraging the resources of the Carlsbad Unified School District, Magnolia Elementary integrates modern technology and collaborative teaching strategies to prepare students for future success. Parents and community members are typically highly involved in the school’s culture, contributing to a strong sense of community and a shared focus on student achievement and well-being.

488

Total Students

20.0

Full-Time Teachers

24.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

21.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Magnolia Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	344
Hispanic	86
Asian	10
Two or More	48

White
344 (70.5%)
Hispanic
86 (17.6%)
Two or More
48 (9.8%)
Asian
10 (2.0%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Carlsbad Unified
Phone:	(760)331-5600
Website:	http://mes.carlsbadusd.net
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	488
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	20.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	24.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	63
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	40

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 52

Grade 1 76

Grade 2 80

Grade 3 85

Grade 4 106

Grade 5 89