Very Good
#2497 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 26% in state
Ocean Knoll Elementary
Elementary School · Encinitas Union Elementary
910 Melba Rd., Encinitas, CA 92024
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
492
Student-Teacher
24.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,497 of 9,539
In Encinitas
#10 of 16
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
Encinitas Union Elementary
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Ocean Knoll Elementary
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About Ocean Knoll Elementary
Ocean Knoll Elementary is a public elementary school in Encinitas, CA, part of Encinitas Union Elementary. Ocean Knoll Elementary serves approximately 492 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ocean Knoll Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,497 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ocean Knoll Elementary show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ocean Knoll Elementary runs 24.6:1 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 Knoll Elementary — Students at Ocean Knoll Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.9/10.
How Ocean Knoll Elementary Compares
See how Ocean Knoll Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
910 Melba Rd., Encinitas, CA 92024
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ocean Knoll Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cardiff Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Cardiff-By-The-Sea), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JCS - Mountain Oaks (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Park Dale Lane Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Encinitas, see our Encinitas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Dieguito HS Academy Encinitas | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Seeds of Hope Academy Encinitas | 0.4 mi | — |
| Oak Crest Middle Encinitas | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Sunset High (Continuation) Encinitas | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| JCS - Cedar Cove Julian | 0.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Ada W. Harris Elementary Cardiff-By-The-Sea | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| JCS - Mountain Oaks Encinitas | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| PACIFIC ACADEMY Encinitas | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF ENCINITAS Encinitas | 0.8 mi | — |
| Village Gate Children's Academy Cardiff | 0.9 mi | — |
| VILLAGE GATE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Cardiff-By-The-Sea | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| GRAUER SCHOOL THE Encinitas | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Grauer School, The Encinitas | 1.2 mi | — |
| Cardiff Elementary Cardiff-By-The-Sea | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Lingua Natal Encinitas | 1.4 mi | — |
| Norton High School Encinitas | 1.3 mi | — |
| Flora Vista Elementary Encinitas | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Encinitas Country Day School Encinitas | 1.7 mi | — |
| ENCINITAS COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Encinitas | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Park Dale Lane Elementary Encinitas | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$149,080
Median Home Value
$1,409,700
Median Rent
$2,643/mo
Population
50,030
College Educated
66.8%
Homeownership
67.7%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
44.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ocean Knoll Elementary
What grades does Ocean Knoll Elementary serve?
Ocean Knoll Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ocean Knoll Elementary?
Ocean Knoll Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 492 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ocean Knoll Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ocean Knoll Elementary is 24.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ocean Knoll Elementary rank in CA?
Ocean Knoll Elementary ranks #2,497 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ocean Knoll Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ocean Knoll Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Knoll Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ocean Knoll Elementary has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ocean Knoll Elementary a charter school?
No, Ocean Knoll Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ocean Knoll Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ocean Knoll Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ocean Knoll Elementary?
31.9% of students at Ocean Knoll 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 492
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.5%
- Phone
- (760) 944-4351
Resources & Links
District
Encinitas Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,444
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,135
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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