Serving 771 students in grades Kindergarten-8, North Terrace Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 771 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Terrace Elementary School's student population of 771 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
771 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Terrace Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Terrace Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2388 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
39%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Terrace Elementary School's ranking?
North Terrace Elementary School is ranked #2388 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are North Terrace Elementary School often compared to?
North Terrace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Margarita Elementary School, Mary Fay Pendleton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend North Terrace Elementary School?
771 students attend North Terrace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of North Terrace Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Terrace Elementary School?
North Terrace Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does North Terrace Elementary School offer ?
North Terrace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is North Terrace Elementary School part of?
North Terrace Elementary School is part of Oceanside Unified School District.
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