Below Average
#7733 of 9,539 schools in CA
South Oceanside Elementary
Elementary School · Oceanside Unified
1806 South Horne St., Oceanside, CA 92054
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
26.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
26.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,733 of 9,539
In Oceanside
#25 of 28
public schools
In district
#21 of 23
Oceanside Unified
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South Oceanside Elementary
Elementary School in Oceanside · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South Oceanside Elementary
South Oceanside Elementary is a public elementary school in Oceanside, CA, part of Oceanside Unified. South Oceanside Elementary serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.1:1 student-teacher ratio. South Oceanside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,733 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for South Oceanside Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
South Oceanside Elementary runs 26.1:1 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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South Oceanside Elementary — Students at South Oceanside Elementary score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
66.1%
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.
How South Oceanside Elementary Compares
See how South Oceanside Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1806 South Horne St., Oceanside, CA 92054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Oceanside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Buena Vista Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Carlsbad), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Carlsbad), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oceanside, see our Oceanside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palmquist Elementary Oceanside | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Surfside High (Continuation) Oceanside | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Surfside Academy Oceanside | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Lincoln Middle Oceanside | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ARMY & NAVY ACADEMY Carlsbad | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Oceanside Adventist Elementary Oceanside | 1.0 mi | — |
| OCEANSIDE ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Oceanside | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Army and Navy Academy Carlsbad | 1.0 mi | — |
| Buena Vista Elementary Carlsbad | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Coastal Sage Montessori Carlsbad | 1.1 mi | — |
| ST MARY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL Oceanside | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| St. Mary Star of the Sea Elementary Oceanside | 1.1 mi | — |
| VILLAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Carlsbad | 1.5 mi | — |
| CARLSBAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Carlsbad | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Oceanside High Oceanside | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| CASA MONTESSORI DE CARLSBAD Carlsbad | 1.8 mi | — |
| Mission Elementary Oceanside | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Jefferson Elementary Carlsbad | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Carlsbad High Carlsbad | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Carlsbad Village Academy Carlsbad | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
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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| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.7 |
| Alpha: Cornerstone Academy Preparatory San Jose, CA | 4.7 |
| Aspire University Charter Modesto, CA | 4.7 |
| Aurora Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 4.7 |
| Belle Haven Elementary Menlo Park, CA | 4.7 |
| Blackford Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Oceanside Elementary
What grades does South Oceanside Elementary serve?
South Oceanside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend South Oceanside Elementary?
South Oceanside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Oceanside Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at South Oceanside Elementary is 26.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Oceanside Elementary rank in CA?
South Oceanside Elementary ranks #7,733 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is South Oceanside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
South Oceanside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 South Oceanside Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Oceanside Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is South Oceanside Elementary a charter school?
No, South Oceanside Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Oceanside Elementary a Title I school?
No, South Oceanside Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South Oceanside Elementary?
66.1% of students at South Oceanside 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 496
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 66.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.8%
- Phone
- (760) 435-2100
Resources & Links
District
Oceanside Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,297
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,136
- District Rank
- #21 of 23
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