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#6968 of 9,539 schools in CA
Surfside High (continuation)
High School · Oceanside Unified
1125 South Ditmar St., Oceanside, CA 92054
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
159
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,968 of 9,539
In Oceanside
#18 of 28
public schools
In district
#14 of 23
Oceanside Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Surfside High (continuation)
High School in Oceanside · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Surfside High (continuation)
Surfside High (continuation) is a public high school in Oceanside, CA, part of Oceanside Unified. Surfside High (continuation) serves approximately 159 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Surfside High (continuation) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,968 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Surfside High (continuation) show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% 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
At 159 students, Surfside High (continuation) is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Surfside High (continuation) 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.
Score Breakdown
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Surfside High (continuation) — Students at Surfside High (continuation) score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 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: 8.5/10.
How Surfside High (continuation) Compares
See how Surfside High (continuation) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1125 South Ditmar St., Oceanside, CA 92054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Surfside High (continuation) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ARMY & NAVY ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Carlsbad), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oceanside Unified School District Adult Transition Program (rated 5.5/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Oceanside High (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 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Surfside Academy Oceanside | 0.0 mi | 3.9 |
| ST MARY STAR OF THE SEA SCHOOL Oceanside | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| St. Mary Star of the Sea Elementary Oceanside | 0.3 mi | — |
| South Oceanside Elementary Oceanside | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Oceanside High Oceanside | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Palmquist Elementary Oceanside | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Lincoln Middle Oceanside | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| OCEANSIDE ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Oceanside | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Oceanside Adventist Elementary Oceanside | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mission Elementary Oceanside | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Laurel Elementary Oceanside | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Oceanside Unified School District Adult Transition Program Oceanside | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Jefferson Middle Oceanside | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ARMY & NAVY ACADEMY Carlsbad | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Army and Navy Academy Carlsbad | 1.7 mi | — |
| Buena Vista Elementary Carlsbad | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Coastal Sage Montessori Carlsbad | 1.9 mi | — |
| North Terrace Elementary Oceanside | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| TERI- The Learning Academy Oceanside | 2.3 mi | — |
| TERI, INC. The Country School Oceanside | 2.3 mi | — |
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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| Aurora High (Continuation) Calexico, CA | 5.2 |
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| Core Learning Academy at Conley-Caraballo High Hayward, CA | 5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Surfside High (continuation)
What grades does Surfside High (continuation) serve?
Surfside High (continuation) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Surfside High (continuation)?
Surfside High (continuation) has an enrollment of approximately 159 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Surfside High (continuation)?
The student-teacher ratio at Surfside High (continuation) is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Surfside High (continuation) rank in CA?
Surfside High (continuation) ranks #6,968 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Surfside High (continuation)'s MySchoolScout rating?
Surfside High (continuation) 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 Surfside High (continuation)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Surfside High (continuation) has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Surfside High (continuation) a charter school?
No, Surfside High (continuation) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Surfside High (continuation) a Title I school?
No, Surfside High (continuation) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Surfside High (continuation)?
96.2% of students at Surfside High (continuation) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 159
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Phone
- (760) 901-8600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 17.0%
Resources & Links
District
Oceanside Unified- District Enrollment
- 15,297
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,136
- District Rank
- #14 of 23
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