For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,027 students in 92028, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92028, CA are Santa Margarita Academy, Vallecitos Elementary School and James E. Potter Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 92028 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in 92028, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92028, CA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Santa Margarita Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 West Elder St.
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-5440
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-5440
Gr: 4-8 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Rank: #22.
Vallecitos Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5211 Fifth St.
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 728-7092
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 728-7092
Gr: K-8 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
James E. Potter Intermediate
(Math: 20% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1743 Reche Rd.
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-4150
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-4150
Gr: 7-8 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Fallbrook Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Heald Ln.
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-4220
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-4220
Gr: K-8 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
92028, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
127 West Elder
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 451-3639
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 451-3639
Gr: K-6 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 92028, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 92028, CA include Santa Margarita Academy, Vallecitos Elementary School and James E. Potter Intermediate.
How many public middle schools are located in 92028?
4 public middle schools are located in 92028.
What is the racial composition of students in 92028?
92028 public middle schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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