Serving 549 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 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stuart Mesa Elementary serves the west part of Oceanside, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stuart Mesa Elementary School's student population of 549 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
549 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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School Rankings
Stuart Mesa 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 Stuart Mesa Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#4156 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
3%
12%
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Hispanic
44%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
8%
5%
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White
31%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
35%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stuart Mesa Elementary School's ranking?
Stuart Mesa Elementary School is ranked #4156 out of 9,523 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
549 students attend Stuart Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Stuart Mesa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stuart Mesa Elementary School?
Stuart Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than 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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