Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ocean Shore Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean Shore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Ocean Shore Elementary School's student population of 414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ocean Shore Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocean Shore Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#2073 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
39%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocean Shore Elementary School's ranking?
Ocean Shore Elementary School is ranked #2073 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ocean Shore Elementary School often compared to?
Ocean Shore Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vallemar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ocean Shore Elementary School?
414 students attend Ocean Shore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Ocean Shore Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ocean Shore Elementary School?
Ocean Shore Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ocean Shore Elementary School offer ?
Ocean Shore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Ocean Shore Elementary School part of?
Ocean Shore Elementary School is part of Pacifica School District.
In what neighborhood is Ocean Shore Elementary School located?
Ocean Shore Elementary School is located in the Edgemar Pacific Manor neighborhood of Pacifica, CA.
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