Serving 520 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 26% 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: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary serves the eastern part of Carlsbad, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 6 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest boundary being 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olivenhain Pioneer 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
Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School's student population of 520 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
520 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olivenhain Pioneer 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 Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#483 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School's ranking?
Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School is ranked #483 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School often compared to?
Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mission Estancia Elementary School, Flora Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School?
520 students attend Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School?
Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School offer ?
Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School part of?
Olivenhain Pioneer Elementary School is part of Encinitas Union Elementary School District.
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