Serving 266 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Surfside Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Surfside Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Surfside Academy's student population of 266 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Surfside Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Surfside Academy is 0.65, which is more 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
#5209 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Surfside Academy's ranking?
Surfside Academy is ranked #5209 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Surfside Academy?
The graduation rate of Surfside Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Surfside Academy?
266 students attend Surfside Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Surfside Academy students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Surfside Academy?
Surfside Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Surfside Academy offer ?
Surfside Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Surfside Academy part of?
Surfside Academy is part of Oceanside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Surfside Academy located?
Surfside Academy is located in the Townsite neighborhood of Oceanside, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Townsite.
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