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Oceanside High
High School · Oceanside Unified
First and Horne Sts., Oceanside, CA 92054
Enrollment
1,828
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,828
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,969 of 9,539
In Oceanside
#19 of 28
public schools
In district
#15 of 23
Oceanside Unified
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Oceanside High
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About Oceanside High
Oceanside High is a public high school in Oceanside, CA, part of Oceanside Unified. Oceanside High serves approximately 1,828 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Oceanside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,969 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Oceanside High show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Oceanside High runs 20.3:1 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.
39% of students at Oceanside High 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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Oceanside High — Students at Oceanside High score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.8%
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.
* 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: 3.0/10.
How Oceanside High Compares
See how Oceanside High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
First and Horne Sts., Oceanside, CA 92054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oceanside High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ARMY & NAVY ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Carlsbad), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oceanside Unified School District Adult Transition Program (rated 5.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Surfside High (Continuation) (rated 5.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oceanside, see our Oceanside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Mary Star of the Sea Elementary Oceanside | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST MARY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL Oceanside | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Laurel Elementary Oceanside | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Surfside High (Continuation) Oceanside | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Surfside Academy Oceanside | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Mission Elementary Oceanside | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Oceanside Unified School District Adult Transition Program Oceanside | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Jefferson Middle Oceanside | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| North Terrace Elementary Oceanside | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Lincoln Middle Oceanside | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Palmquist Elementary Oceanside | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| South Oceanside Elementary Oceanside | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| OCEANSIDE ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Oceanside | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Oceanside Adventist Elementary Oceanside | 1.5 mi | — |
| TERI- The Learning Academy Oceanside | 1.8 mi | — |
| TERI, INC. The Country School Oceanside | 1.8 mi | — |
| TERI LEARNING ACADEMY Oceanside | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| TERI, INC. THE COUNTRY SCHOOL Oceanside | 1.9 mi | — |
| Santa Margarita Elementary Oceanside | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| ARMY & NAVY ACADEMY Carlsbad | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,974
Median Home Value
$851,100
Median Rent
$1,847/mo
Population
37,546
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
39.3%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
39.1
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| Lakeside High Lake Elsinore, CA | 5.2 |
| Moorpark High Moorpark, CA | 5.2 |
| ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Francisco, CA | 5.2 |
| Silverado High Victorville, CA | 5.2 |
| Tehachapi High Tehachapi, CA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oceanside High
What grades does Oceanside High serve?
Oceanside High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Oceanside High?
Oceanside High has an enrollment of approximately 1,828 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oceanside High?
The student-teacher ratio at Oceanside High is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oceanside High rank in CA?
Oceanside High ranks #6,969 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Oceanside High's MySchoolScout rating?
Oceanside High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Oceanside High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oceanside High has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Oceanside High a charter school?
No, Oceanside High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oceanside High a Title I school?
No, Oceanside High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oceanside High?
74.8% of students at Oceanside High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,828
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 90
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.1%
- Phone
- (760) 901-8200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 88.0%
Resources & Links
District
Oceanside Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,297
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,136
- District Rank
- #15 of 23
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