Serving 479 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ocean Knoll Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Ocean Knoll Elementary serves the southwest area of Encinitas, CA, encompassing approximately 1.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean Knoll Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ocean Knoll Elementary School's student population of 479 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
479 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Motto
Education Through Faith and Knowledge
School Rankings
Ocean Knoll Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocean Knoll Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1405 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
White
49%
20%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocean Knoll Elementary School's ranking?
Ocean Knoll Elementary School is ranked #1405 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ocean Knoll Elementary School often compared to?
Ocean Knoll Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Capri Elementary School, Cardiff Elementary School, Carmel Del Mar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ocean Knoll Elementary School?
479 students attend Ocean Knoll Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Ocean Knoll Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ocean Knoll Elementary School?
Ocean Knoll Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ocean Knoll Elementary School offer ?
Ocean Knoll Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ocean Knoll Elementary School part of?
Ocean Knoll Elementary School is part of Encinitas Union Elementary School District.
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