For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,197 students in 92056, CA (there are 7 private schools, serving 572 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 92056, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 92056, CA are Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School, Pacific View Charter and Siatech. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92056 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92056, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92056, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3701 Kelton Dr.
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 901-8400
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 901-8400
Gr: K-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Pacific View Charter
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3670 Ocean Ranch Blvd.
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 757-0161
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 757-0161
Gr: K-12 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Siatech
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2611 Temple Heights Dr. Ste. A
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 945-1227
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 945-1227
Gr: 10-12 | 1,174 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 92056, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 92056, CA include Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School, Pacific View Charter and Siatech.
How many public schools are located in 92056?
3 public schools are located in 92056.
What percentage of students in 92056 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 92056 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92056?
92056 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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