Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Ocean Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ocean Beach Elementary School's student population of 406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ocean Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocean Beach Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#879 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
54%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocean Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Ocean Beach Elementary School is ranked #879 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ocean Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Ocean Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like La Jolla Elementary School, Silver Gate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ocean Beach Elementary School?
406 students attend Ocean Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ocean Beach Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ocean Beach Elementary School?
Ocean Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ocean Beach Elementary School offer ?
Ocean Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Ocean Beach Elementary School part of?
Ocean Beach Elementary School is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ocean Beach Elementary School located?
Ocean Beach Elementary School is located in the Point Loma neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Point Loma.
School Reviews
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Ocean Beach Elementary is a California Distinguished School located just blocks from the Pacific Ocean. Test scores are high, an outstanding theater, dance, and arts program, great teachers, a mover and shaker principal and a very family friendly school. We love the school.
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