Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Oceanside Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Oceanside Elementary serves the southern part of the Oceanside, CA school district, covering an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Oceanside Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
487 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1948
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Oceanside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Oceanside Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#4452 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
White
36%
20%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Oceanside Elementary School's ranking?
South Oceanside Elementary School is ranked #4452 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are South Oceanside Elementary School often compared to?
South Oceanside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmquist Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend South Oceanside Elementary School?
487 students attend South Oceanside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of South Oceanside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Oceanside Elementary School?
South Oceanside Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does South Oceanside Elementary School offer ?
South Oceanside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is South Oceanside Elementary School part of?
South Oceanside Elementary School is part of Oceanside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is South Oceanside Elementary School located?
South Oceanside Elementary School is located in the South Oceanside neighborhood of Oceanside, CA.
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