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#5970 of 9,539 schools in CA
Pacific View Charter
School · Pacific View Charter District
3670 Ocean Ranch Blvd., Oceanside, CA 92056
Enrollment
666
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
666
Student-Teacher
23.8:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,970 of 9,539
In Oceanside
#13 of 28
public schools
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Pacific View Charter
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About Pacific View Charter
Pacific View Charter is a public school in Oceanside, CA, part of Pacific View Charter District. Pacific View Charter serves approximately 666 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pacific View Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #5,970 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Pacific View Charter show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Pacific View Charter sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Pacific View Charter runs 23.8:1 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.
Pacific View Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Pacific View Charter — Students at Pacific View Charter score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 9.3/10.
How Pacific View Charter Compares
See how Pacific View Charter 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
3670 Ocean Ranch Blvd., Oceanside, CA 92056
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pacific View Charter may also want to explore other schools in the area. Coastal Academy Charter (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Escondido), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TERI LEARNING ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oceanside, see our Oceanside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Oceanside | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| El Camino High Oceanside | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| DISCOVERY ISLE Oceanside | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Christa McAuliffe Elementary Oceanside | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Ivey Ranch Elementary Oceanside | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Scholarship Prep - Oceanside Oceanside | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Coastal Academy Charter Escondido | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Pablo Tac School of the Arts Oceanside | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| The Academy at Miracosta Oceanside | 1.6 mi | — |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH PRESCHOOL Oceanside | 1.6 mi | — |
| Nichols Elementary Oceanside | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Empresa Elementary Vista | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| CALIFORNIA ACCELERATED LEARNING INSTITUTE Oceanside | 2.1 mi | — |
| California Accelerated Learning (CAL) Prep Oceanside | 2.1 mi | — |
| Louise Foussat Elementary Oceanside | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Cesar Chavez Middle Oceanside | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Casita Center for Science/Math/Technology Vista | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| TERI LEARNING ACADEMY Oceanside | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| TERI, INC. THE COUNTRY SCHOOL Oceanside | 2.1 mi | — |
| TERI- The Learning Academy Oceanside | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,570
Median Home Value
$696,400
Median Rent
$2,536/mo
Population
53,265
College Educated
38.5%
Homeownership
67.2%
Avg Commute
29.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Downey, CA | 5.7 |
| Community School/Independent Alternative Education San Bernardino, CA | 5.7 |
| Compass Charter School of Yolo Thousand Oaks, CA | 5.7 |
| Golden Valley Charter Ventura, CA | 5.7 |
| Palmdale Academy Charter Palmdale, CA | 5.7 |
| Peak Prep Pleasant Valley Camarillo, CA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pacific View Charter
What grades does Pacific View Charter serve?
Pacific View Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Pacific View Charter?
Pacific View Charter has an enrollment of approximately 666 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pacific View Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Pacific View Charter is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pacific View Charter rank in CA?
Pacific View Charter ranks #5,970 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Pacific View Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Pacific View Charter 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 Pacific View Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pacific View Charter has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Pacific View Charter a charter school?
Yes, Pacific View Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Pacific View Charter a Title I school?
No, Pacific View Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pacific View Charter?
68.9% of students at Pacific View Charter 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 666
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.4%
- Phone
- (760) 757-0161
- 4-Year Graduation
- 52.0%
Resources & Links
District
Pacific View Charter District- District Enrollment
- 666
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,488
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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