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Christa McAuliffe Elementary

Oceanside Unified · San Diego County · 3701 Kelton Drive, Oceanside, CA 92056-6311

(760) 901-8400 · mcauliffe.oside.us/

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6/10
#2661
Rank 2661 out of 5,722
Top 46%
English Language Arts5/10 · #2920 · 49th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2638 · 54th percentile
Science6/10 · #2336 · 58th percentile

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School Overview

Christa McAuliffe Elementary sits in the inland part of Oceanside, a city that blends SoCal beach-town energy with a strong military community feel — close enough to the coast to enjoy the lifestyle, but with a quieter, more suburban pace. The school lands right around the middle of the pack statewide, with particularly solid showings in science, making it a reasonable fit for families looking for a well-rounded neighborhood school without the intensity of some of San Diego County's more competitive districts. It tends to appeal to families who value stability and community connection, and with Oceanside continuing to grow and attract new residents, McAuliffe is a familiar anchor in a neighborhood that's steadily evolving.

Student Demographics

235 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
114 (49%)
White
86 (37%)
Multiple Races
21 (9%)
Other
14 (6%)

Key Indicators

English Learners37 (16%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged142 (60%)
Students with Disabilities36 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

461
Enrollment
24.4
Teachers (FTE)
18.9:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
22.6
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #2445 · 60th percentile

115 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found