Very Good
#2518 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 26% in state
Ocean Shore Elementary
Elementary School · Pacifica
411 Oceana Blvd., Pacifica, CA 94044
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,518 of 9,539
In Pacifica
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Pacifica
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Ocean Shore Elementary
Ocean Shore Elementary is a public elementary school in Pacifica, CA, part of Pacifica. Ocean Shore Elementary serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ocean Shore Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,518 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ocean Shore Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ocean Shore Elementary runs 22.3:1 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 Shore Elementary — Students at Ocean Shore Elementary score 57% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 42 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Ocean Shore Elementary Compares
See how Ocean Shore Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
411 Oceana Blvd., Pacifica, CA 94044
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ocean Shore Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monte Verde Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby San Bruno), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Colma), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Daly City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pacifica, see our Pacifica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GOOD SHEPHERD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pacifica | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Sunset Ridge Elementary Pacifica | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Franklin Delano Roosevelt Elementary Daly City | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Oceana High Pacifica | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Ingrid B. Lacy Middle Pacifica | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Summit Public School: Shasta Daly City | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Junipero Serra Elementary Daly City | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Skyline Elementary Daly City | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Thomas Edison Elementary Daly City | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Fernando Rivera Intermediate Daly City | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Westborough Middle South San Francisco | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Daniel Webster Elementary Daly City | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Westmoor High Daly City | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| HOPE LUTHERAN DAY SCHOOL Daly City | 2.4 mi | — |
| Margaret Pauline Brown Elementary Daly City | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Vallemar Elementary Pacifica | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary Daly City | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Monte Verde Elementary San Bruno | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Alta Loma Middle South San Francisco | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL Colma | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$156,658
Median Home Value
$1,211,700
Median Rent
$3,075/mo
Population
37,540
College Educated
48.5%
Homeownership
68.4%
Avg Commute
28.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
44.3
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| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.5 |
| Aspen Elementary Thousand Oaks, CA | 7.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista, CA | 7.5 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ocean Shore Elementary
What grades does Ocean Shore Elementary serve?
Ocean Shore Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Ocean Shore Elementary?
Ocean Shore Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ocean Shore Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ocean Shore Elementary is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ocean Shore Elementary rank in CA?
Ocean Shore Elementary ranks #2,518 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ocean Shore Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ocean Shore 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 Shore Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ocean Shore Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ocean Shore Elementary a charter school?
No, Ocean Shore Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ocean Shore Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ocean Shore Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ocean Shore Elementary?
14.0% of students at Ocean Shore 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 401
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.0%
- Phone
- (650) 738-6650
Resources & Links
District
Pacifica- District Enrollment
- 2,737
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,430
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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