Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Ocean Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ocean Beach Elementary serves the southwest part of San Diego, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most families are just a short 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ocean Beach Elementary School's student population of 432 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
432 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ocean Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocean Beach Elementary School is 0.61, which is less 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
#736 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocean Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Ocean Beach Elementary School is ranked #736 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ocean Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Ocean Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Gate Elementary School, La Jolla Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ocean Beach Elementary School?
432 students attend Ocean Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ocean Beach Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocean Beach Elementary School?
Ocean Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ocean Beach Elementary School offer ?
Ocean Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Ocean Beach Elementary School part of?
Ocean Beach Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ocean Beach Elementary School located?
Ocean Beach Elementary School is located in the Point Loma neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Point Loma.
School Reviews
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Ocean Beach Elementary is a California Distinguished School located just blocks from the Pacific Ocean. Test scores are high, an outstanding theater, dance, and arts program, great teachers, a mover and shaker principal and a very family friendly school. We love the school.
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