Serving 522 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nichols Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nichols Elementary serves the southeast part of Oceanside, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nichols Elementary School's student population of 522 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
522 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Nichols Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nichols Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5506 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nichols Elementary School's ranking?
Nichols Elementary School is ranked #5506 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Nichols Elementary School often compared to?
Nichols Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ivey Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nichols Elementary School?
522 students attend Nichols Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Nichols Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nichols Elementary School?
Nichols Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nichols Elementary School offer ?
Nichols Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nichols Elementary School part of?
Nichols Elementary School is part of Oceanside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Nichols Elementary School located?
Nichols Elementary School is located in the San Luis Rey neighborhood of Oceanside, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in San Luis Rey.
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