For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 377 students in Oceano, CA.
The top-ranked public school in Oceano, CA is Oceano Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Oceano, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Oceano have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Oceano, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oceano Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1551 17th St.
Oceano, CA 93445
(805) 474-3800
Oceano, CA 93445
(805) 474-3800
Gr: K-6 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Oceano, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Oceano, CA include Oceano Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Oceano?
1 public schools are located in Oceano.
What is the racial composition of students in Oceano?
Oceano public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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