For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,157 students in Fallbrook, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Fallbrook, CA are La Paloma Elementary School, Santa Margarita Academy and Vallecitos Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fallbrook, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Fallbrook have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Fallbrook, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Paloma Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Heald Ln.
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-4220
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-4220
Gr: K-6 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
Live Oak Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1978 Reche Rd.
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-4430
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-4430
Gr: K-6 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
Maie Ellis Elementary School
Alternative School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 West Elder St.
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-4132
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-4132
Gr: K-6 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
William H. Frazier Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1835 Gum Tree Ln.
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-4340
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-4340
Gr: K-6 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #77.
Fallbrook Stem Academy
(Math: 30% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
405 West Fallbrook St.
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-4000
Fallbrook, CA 92028
(760) 731-4000
Gr: K-6 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #88.
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%
Fallbrook, 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 elementary schools in Fallbrook, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Fallbrook, CA include La Paloma Elementary School, Santa Margarita Academy and Vallecitos Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Fallbrook?
8 public elementary schools are located in Fallbrook.
What is the racial composition of students in Fallbrook?
Fallbrook public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Fallbrook are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Fallbrook include: William H. Frazier Elementary School vs. La Paloma Elementary School, Fallbrook Virtual Academy vs. Fallbrook Stem Academy, Live Oak Elementary School vs. La Paloma Elementary School
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