Serving 368 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). 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 68% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ocean Shore Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Pacifica, CA, encompassing approximately 41.8 square miles. The zone is typically within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the edge and extending up to 7.4 miles on the furthest side.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ocean Shore Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
368 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ocean Shore 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 Ocean Shore Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#2361 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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 #2361 out of 9,523 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
368 students attend Ocean Shore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Ocean Shore Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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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