For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,346 students in 92054, CA (there are 5 private schools, serving 656 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 92054, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92054, CA are Palmquist Elementary School, South Oceanside Elementary School and Oceanside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92054 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92054, CA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92054, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palmquist Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1999 California St.
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-8500
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-8500
Gr: K-5 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
South Oceanside Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1806 South Horne St.
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 435-2100
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 435-2100
Gr: K-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Oceanside High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Pirates Cove
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-8200
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-8200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,948 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Surfside Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1125 South Ditmar St.
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-8600
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-8600
Gr: K-12 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 39:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2000 California St.
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-8900
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-8900
Gr: 6-8 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #66.
Pablo Tac School Of The Arts
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3535 Hacienda Dr.
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 721-2300
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 721-2300
Gr: K-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #77.
Surfside High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1125 South Ditmar St.
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-8600
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-8600
Gr: 9-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
92054, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Challenges Community Day (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
707 Carey Rd.
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-7100
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-7100
Gr: K-6 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Clair W. Burgener Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
707 Carey Rd.
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-7100
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-7100
Gr: 9-12 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
1125 South Ditmar St.
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 722-8219
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 722-8219
Gr: K-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
3535 Hacienda Dr.
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-8600
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 901-8600
Gr: K-5
1831 Mission Avenue
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 795-3624
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 795-3624
Gr: 11-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
1616 San Rafael Dr.
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 722-1641
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 722-1641
Gr: K-8 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
320 North Horne
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 231-1512
Oceanside, CA 92054
(760) 231-1512
Gr: 9-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92054, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92054, CA include Palmquist Elementary School, South Oceanside Elementary School and Oceanside High School.
How many public schools are located in 92054?
7 public schools are located in 92054.
What percentage of students in 92054 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 92054 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92054?
92054 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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