Serving 496 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 33%). 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 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Oceanside Elementary School's student population of 496 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Oceanside Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Oceanside Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#4433 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
48%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 #4433 out of 9,602 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 33% 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?
496 students attend South Oceanside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of South Oceanside Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Oceanside Elementary School?
South Oceanside Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, 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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