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Stuart Mesa Elementary

Oceanside Unified · San Diego County · 100 Yamanaka Way, Oceanside, CA 92058-8016

(760) 901-7700 · www.smesa.oside.us/

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6/10
#2706
Rank 2706 out of 5,722
Top 47%
English Language Arts6/10 · #2483 · 57th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #3229 · 44th percentile
Science6/10 · #2263 · 60th percentile

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School Overview

Stuart Mesa Elementary sits in the coastal military community of Oceanside, just minutes from Camp Pendleton, and serves a tight-knit population of families connected by a shared sense of service and sacrifice. The school holds its own academically, with particularly solid English and science scores that reflect a well-rounded curriculum for K-8 students. Families who value a close community feel — where neighbors tend to know each other and rally around the school — will find Stuart Mesa a comfortable and welcoming fit.

Student Demographics

267 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
115 (43%)
White
85 (32%)
Multiple Races
25 (9%)
African American
24 (9%)
Filipino
5 (2%)
Other
13 (5%)

Key Indicators

English Learners17 (6%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged166 (62%)
Students with Disabilities59 (22%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

549
Enrollment
28.9
Teachers (FTE)
19:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
18
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 Programs1/10 · #5551 · 8th percentile

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