Serving 515 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Stuart Mesa 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 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stuart Mesa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stuart Mesa Elementary School's student population of 515 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stuart Mesa 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 Stuart Mesa Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#3857 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
39%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stuart Mesa Elementary School's ranking?
Stuart Mesa Elementary School is ranked #3857 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Stuart Mesa Elementary School?
515 students attend Stuart Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Stuart Mesa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stuart Mesa Elementary School?
Stuart Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Stuart Mesa Elementary School offer ?
Stuart Mesa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Stuart Mesa Elementary School part of?
Stuart Mesa Elementary School is part of Oceanside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Stuart Mesa Elementary School located?
Stuart Mesa Elementary School is located in the Tri City neighborhood of Oceanside, CA.
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