For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,264 students in 92056, CA (there are , serving 572 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 92056, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 92056, CA are Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School, Pacific View Charter and Siatech. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 92056 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 92056, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 92056, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3701 Kelton Dr.
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 901-8400
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 901-8400
Gr: K-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Pacific View Charter
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3670 Ocean Ranch Blvd.
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 757-0161
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 757-0161
Gr: K-12 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Siatech
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2611 Temple Heights Dr. Ste. A
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 945-1227
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 945-1227
Gr: 10-12 | 1,080 student Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
92056, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Vista Literacy Academy Charter (Closed 2004)
Charter School
4225 Oceanside Blvd.
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 643-0202
Oceanside, CA 92056
(760) 643-0202
Gr: K-6 | 247 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 92056, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 92056, CA include Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School, Pacific View Charter and Siatech.
How many public schools are located in 92056?
3 public schools are located in 92056.
What percentage of students in 92056 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 92056 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 92056?
92056 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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