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Laurel Elementary
Elementary School · Oceanside Unified
1410 Laurel St., Oceanside, CA 92058
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,086 of 9,539
In Oceanside
#14 of 28
public schools
In district
#10 of 23
Oceanside Unified
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About Laurel Elementary
Laurel Elementary is a public elementary school in Oceanside, CA, part of Oceanside Unified. Laurel Elementary serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Laurel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,086 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Laurel Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Laurel Elementary runs 22.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
46% of students at Laurel Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Laurel Elementary — Students at Laurel Elementary score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Laurel Elementary Compares
See how Laurel Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1410 Laurel St., Oceanside, CA 92058
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laurel Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Santa Margarita Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Terrace Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oceanside, see our Oceanside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oceanside High Oceanside | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Jefferson Middle Oceanside | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| North Terrace Elementary Oceanside | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Mission Elementary Oceanside | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Oceanside Unified School District Adult Transition Program Oceanside | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| St. Mary Star of the Sea Elementary Oceanside | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST MARY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL Oceanside | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Surfside High (Continuation) Oceanside | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Surfside Academy Oceanside | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| TERI- The Learning Academy Oceanside | 1.4 mi | — |
| TERI, INC. The Country School Oceanside | 1.4 mi | — |
| TERI LEARNING ACADEMY Oceanside | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| TERI, INC. THE COUNTRY SCHOOL Oceanside | 1.5 mi | — |
| Santa Margarita Elementary Oceanside | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Lincoln Middle Oceanside | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Palmquist Elementary Oceanside | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| OCEANSIDE ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Oceanside | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Oceanside Adventist Elementary Oceanside | 1.9 mi | — |
| South Oceanside Elementary Oceanside | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Pablo Tac School of the Arts Oceanside | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92058 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,479
Median Home Value
$609,000
Median Rent
$2,583/mo
Population
49,189
College Educated
26.3%
Homeownership
28.3%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
24.8
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| ALISO VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aliso Viejo, CA | 5.7 |
| Alta Loma Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.7 |
| Alvarado Elementary Signal Hill, CA | 5.7 |
| Bandini Street Elementary San Pedro, CA | 5.7 |
| Bell Avenue Elementary Sacramento, CA | 5.7 |
| Ben Painter Elementary San Jose, CA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laurel Elementary
What grades does Laurel Elementary serve?
Laurel Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Laurel Elementary?
Laurel Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laurel Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Laurel Elementary is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Laurel Elementary rank in CA?
Laurel Elementary ranks #6,086 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Laurel Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Laurel Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Laurel Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Laurel Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Laurel Elementary a charter school?
No, Laurel Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Laurel Elementary a Title I school?
No, Laurel Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Laurel Elementary?
93.5% of students at Laurel Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.8%
- Phone
- (760) 966-4200
Resources & Links
District
Oceanside Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,297
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,136
- District Rank
- #10 of 23
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