Excellent
#172 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 2% in state
Ocean Beach Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
4741 Santa Monica Ave., San Diego, CA 92107
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
9.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#172 of 9,539
In San Diego
#8 of 288
public schools
In district
#4 of 174
San Diego Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Ocean Beach Elementary
Ocean Beach Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Ocean Beach Elementary serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ocean Beach Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #172 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ocean Beach Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ocean Beach Elementary runs 22.6:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Ocean Beach Elementary — Students at Ocean Beach Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Ocean Beach Elementary Compares
See how Ocean Beach Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4741 Santa Monica Ave., San Diego, CA 92107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ocean Beach Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunset View Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Silver Gate Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Cabrillo Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COMMUNITY SCHOOL OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Community School of San Diego High School San Diego | 0.1 mi | — |
| Warren-Walker School San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| WARREN-WALKER SCHOOL San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Silver Gate Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Correia Middle San Diego | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Dana San Diego | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Sunset View Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Point Loma High San Diego | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Loma Portal Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Cabrillo Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| High Tech High Media Arts San Diego | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| High Tech Elementary Explorer San Diego | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| High Tech Middle Media Arts San Diego | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| THE ROCK ACADEMY San Diego | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| High Tech High International San Diego | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| High Tech Middle San Diego | 1.8 mi | 3.6 |
| High Tech High San Diego | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| BANYA TREE COMPASS ACADEMY San Diego | 1.9 mi | — |
| High Tech Elementary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,262
Median Home Value
$1,218,200
Median Rent
$2,208/mo
Population
29,789
College Educated
61.6%
Homeownership
37.2%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 9.2 |
| Arroyo San Carlos, CA | 9.2 |
| Barnard Elementary San Diego, CA | 9.2 |
| California Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 9.2 |
| Castle Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.2 |
| City Terrace Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 9.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ocean Beach Elementary
What grades does Ocean Beach Elementary serve?
Ocean Beach Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Ocean Beach Elementary?
Ocean Beach Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ocean Beach Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ocean Beach Elementary is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ocean Beach Elementary rank in CA?
Ocean Beach Elementary ranks #172 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ocean Beach Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ocean Beach Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Ocean Beach Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ocean Beach Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ocean Beach Elementary a charter school?
No, Ocean Beach Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ocean Beach Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ocean Beach Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ocean Beach Elementary?
48.3% of students at Ocean Beach 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.7%
- Phone
- (619) 223-1631
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #4 of 174
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