For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,184 students in 92056, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92056, CA are Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School and Pacific View Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 92056 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 92056, CA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92056, CA Public Elementary 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 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
92056, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Vista Literacy Academy Charter (Closed 2004)
Charter School
4225 Oceanside Blvd.
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 643-0202
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 643-0202
Gr: K-6 | 247 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 92056, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 92056, CA include Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School and Pacific View Charter.
How many public elementary schools are located in 92056?
2 public elementary schools are located in 92056.
What is the racial composition of students in 92056?
92056 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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