Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Oneonta Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oneonta Elementary serves the western part of the Imperial Beach, CA school district, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oneonta Elementary School's student population of 434 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Oneonta Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oneonta Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#7447 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Orcas
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oneonta Elementary School's ranking?
Oneonta Elementary School is ranked #7447 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Oneonta Elementary School?
434 students attend Oneonta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Oneonta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oneonta Elementary School?
Oneonta Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oneonta Elementary School offer ?
Oneonta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Oneonta Elementary School part of?
Oneonta Elementary School is part of South Bay Union School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break
September 21, 2026 (Monday)
Fall Break
September 22, 2026 (Tuesday)
Fall Break
September 23, 2026 (Wednesday)
Fall Break
September 24, 2026 (Thursday)
Fall Break
September 25, 2026 (Friday)
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