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Oceanside High School

Oceanside, CA 92054

Phone: (760) 901-8200
Fax: (760) 757-2419
District: Oceanside Unified School District

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public • Grades 9,10,11,12 • 1948 students

Oceanside High School, a public school located in Oceanside, CA, serves grades 9-12 in the Oceanside Unified School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.

Oceanside High School is a public school located in Oceanside, CA. 1948 students attend Oceanside High School.

School Ratings

Category	Rating	Details
Test Scores	5/10	The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) data from California Department of Education, and using 2025 California Science Test data from California Department of Education.
College Readiness	5/10	The College Readiness Rating uses this high school's graduation rates, college entrance exam participation and performance, or AP, IB, or Dual Enrollment participation to determine how well schools are preparing students for success in college and beyond. The College Readiness Rating was created using 2019 SAT percent college ready data from California Department of Education, using 2019 Average ACT score data from California Department of Education, using 2019 ACT percent college ready data from California Department of Education, using the following data from the 2021 Civil Rights Data Collection: percentage of students enrolled in IB, AP or Dual Enrollment classes in grades 9-12, using 2025 4-year high school graduation rate data from California Department of Education, using 2025 Percent of students who meet UC/CSU entrance requirements data from California Department of Education, and using 2025 demographic data from California Department of Education.

Posted: June 3, 2026

While there are some great teachers here like the nursing and childcare blocks, but there are many terrible ones. Especially the music program-stay far away. Those folks dont put the kids first and are really unprofessional.

Posted: June 3, 2026

Posted: December 3, 2025

This school is horrible for individuals with disabilities. On the first day of school, the elevator was broken--staff insisted a student with a physical disability to use the stairs, which is an ADA violation. Academically, staff do not follow students' IEPs or needs, so parents must monitor closely to prevent mistreatment. Communication is poor, it takes a long time to get a response from staff via email or phone. If you have a student with an IEP, consider taking them elsewhere. If not, ensure their services are implemented at this school. Students with physical disabilities or learning challenges may require alternative options, such as out-of-district placement with transportation at the districts expense. To substantiate your claims, gather supporting evidence. If your request is denied, make sure it's in writing. You may need to file for due process with a special education attorney. Overall, the lack of support for students with disabilities and IEPs is a significant concern at this school.

Posted: December 3, 2025

Posted: September 25, 2025

Oceanside High School offers a rigorous curriculum that prepares graduates for college. They now offer an Associate of Science degree in Biomanufacturing, Cybersecurity, and a number of college courses on campus through MiraCosta College. They have a dominate sports program and incredible hands on arts courses from visual to performing arts.

Posted: September 25, 2025

Posted: September 23, 2025

OHS is a diverse school with many opportunities for students!

Posted: September 23, 2025

Posted: September 18, 2025

I had the options to take multiple AP classes with grate teachers abd principles. I recieved so much support in all classes.

Posted: September 18, 2025

Posted: December 19, 2024

Too much computer time teachers dont teach and they dont pay attention to grading. The teachers are unsupportive and dissociative . Kids are required to be online 8 hours of school time plus homework. This is the most debilitating school for upward mobility Ive experienced.

Posted: December 19, 2024

Posted: November 12, 2024

Oceanside High School has prepared both of my daughters to be successful students in college as well as confident female leaders in their community. Oceanside has a very diverse student body and the teachers, athletic coaches, counselors, administrators, and security team have done an amazing job of getting to know as many students as possible on an individual basis. The academic pathways have created a vision for my daughters' future careers and life adventures.

Posted: November 12, 2024

Posted: December 12, 2022

Classes are not engaging for my child. This school is not safe. Teachers and staff give preferential treatment to athletes. It borders high crime rate neighborhoods and has had multiple incidences resulting in victims receiving serious injuries. Discipline is not consistent for students who have weapons on campus. I was told that these students "need to have knives on them for their own protection on their way home." This statement is unacceptable. School should be a safe place for all students.

Posted: December 12, 2022

Posted: December 1, 2022

My daughter is in her third year at OHS. She is in the Environmental Innovation Academy. All of the staff have been very knowledgable about the subject area being taught. The staff provide engaging activities and relevant field trip opportunities in our community. She plays three varsity sports and her teachers support her with making up missed work and instruction.

The administration at OHS is amazing as well!

Posted: December 1, 2022

My daughter had a great experience at OHS. My daughter was part of the Academy of Justice and is now studying public policy and Law in college. She speaks about the kindness of her teachers still. She also had a great experience playing on the golf and water polo.

Posted: December 1, 2022

Oceanside High School is a very diverse school that offers many opportunities for all the different interests our students have

Posted: December 1, 2022

Posted: November 30, 2022

The Oceanside High School community is diverse and family oriented. The school staff is dedicated and committed to serving everyone with compassion and respect. The courses, clubs and athletic programs at OHS are outstanding.

Posted: November 30, 2022

I've worked at this school for over 15 years and absolutley LOVE it! The students are amazingly caring and considerate. The staff is expereinced and motivated, embracing change. Many generations of families have been a part of the traditions at this school, and we are a strong family-oriented pilar of the community.

Posted: November 30, 2022

Excellent teachers and programs for students with diverse needs. Both of my children excelled here and went on to college/career well equipped. Teachers really care about the students and the staff is supportive.

Posted: November 30, 2022

Posted: April 6, 2019

A lot of the Male student dont have respect towards the Female student and they begin to lash out because of it and treat Males the same way

Posted: April 6, 2019

ASB is always involved in decisions no leadership problem between them and staff

Posted: April 6, 2019

Theres a whole program for anybody with any kind of learning disabilities

Posted: April 6, 2019

Bullying happens everywhere and they do absolutely nothing until they are forced to ( usually when theres a fight)

Posted: April 6, 2019

Over pile the students with homework. Some are becoming sleep deprived and work performance lowers

Posted: April 6, 2019

Some teachers are very interactive with the students

Posted: April 6, 2019

Its okay... Some teachers could be better with giving not as much homework not stop completely but less or explain the concept better

Posted: September 6, 2018

I don't know. I know they try, but their score is not great in this area. I find it impossible to judge when I know nothing about how difficult it might be to educate students with learning differences.

Posted: September 6, 2018

I have not heard of any serious incidences of bullying from my child or anywhere. It probably is happening, but I don't believe it is rampant.

Posted: September 6, 2018

Extremely positive. I wouldn't trade it for a different school. My child is happy, successful, and enjoys this school. What else matters? And have you seen the ocean view from the quad???

Posted: September 6, 2018

My child is not staying up half the night doing homework, so it doesn't seem too overwhelming.

Posted: September 6, 2018

I don't know all of the teachers, but the ones I do know, I really like. They all seem to care about success of my child.

Posted: September 6, 2018

I believe the diversity and inclusiveness of this campus leads to the development of good character.

Posted: September 6, 2018

The principal really has her heart in the job. Everyday she is working toward improving student success. The rest of the staff do, too.

Posted: June 15, 2018

They are very informative with keeping parents informed on everything. I have no complaints.

Posted: June 15, 2018

Posted: February 27, 2018

We have been so pleasantly surprised with OHS! The teachers are committed to the students and go out of their way to offer amazing opportunities. The school spirit and pride is incredible, which makes for a sense of inclusion that is palpable on campus. OHS is not only developing scholars, but even more importantly they are building young adults with character, integrity, sensitivity, and cultural awareness.

Posted: February 27, 2018

Posted: May 31, 2016

Very supportive staff, helpful teachers, and tons of school spirit. We have had a great experience at OHS.

Posted: April 24, 2014

My daughter went her for her 9 and some 10 and she hated everyday that she went! She would always want to got to school before and after she started Oceanside it was a struggle for her to go. I can't believe that this school could have had this many stars when I have had so many problems with it. It was so bad for her that our son refuses to attend this school when he goes to high school.

Posted: April 17, 2014

Love this school!! hidden gem of Oceanside, my Son has a great GPA, staff is really focused on the whole student not just pushing them through, College bound, Proud Dad!!

Posted: December 4, 2010

My son goes to OHS and loves it.He has maintain a high GPA and has excel in his sports.He talks very highly of his teachers and his coaches. I am very pleased with the experience of such a wonderful school.It is what you make of it and i highly recommend this school.Many get people have came out of OHS and one day this family will give back.God bless the Pirates.

Posted: August 9, 2003

This school is great. The principle is excellent and makes a point to introduce himself to parents, students when he meets them at various events, meetings, etc. He shows a genuine interest in the students and this attitude has trickled over to his staff who also have shown an increase in interest for the students than in previous years. The principle shows up at sporting events, etc. to show support for his students and shows his staff appreciation for their involvement also. Unfortunately, OHS gets all the bad publicity when, in fact the other high school is the won that is involved in lunchtime riots, gang problems, lockdowns. The most important fact I'd like to share here is that my child thinks this school is fantastic, is very involved, and enjoys attending every day. This gives me a great feeling of pride for this school.

Reviews provided by GreatSchools^™

#	Name	Type	City	State	Distance
1	Mira Costa Estates	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Oceanside	CA	3.9 mi
2	Palisades Pointe	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Carlsbad	CA	4.3 mi
3	Montecito village apartments	Apartment Complex	Oceanside	CA	4.4 mi
4	St. Cloud	Condominium/Townhouse	Oceanside	CA	4.4 mi
5	Shadowridge	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Vista	CA	7.8 mi
6	Windsor at Aviara	Apartment Complex	Carlsbad	CA	8.1 mi
7	La Costa	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Carlsbad	CA	9.2 mi
8	Rancho Carrillo	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Carlsbad	CA	9.6 mi
9	Torrey Highlands	Neighborhood/Subdivision	San Diego	CA	20.1 mi
10	Whispering Winds Apartments	Apartment Complex	San Clemente	CA	21.4 mi
11	Redhawk	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Temecula	CA	24.5 mi
12	Amberwalk Townhomes	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Murrieta	CA	26.4 mi
13	The Ranchos	Neighborhood/Subdivision	Murrieta	CA	26.9 mi

#	Name	City	State	Distance
1	Downtown Oceanside	Oceanside	CA	0.3 mi
2	Carlsbad	Carlsbad	CA	3.1 mi
3	Encinitas	Encinitas	CA	12 mi
4	Lake Rancho Viejo	Fallbrook	CA	15.6 mi
5	Torrey Highlands	San Diego	CA	20.1 mi
6	Downtown	San Clemente	CA	21 mi
7	Mira Mesa	San Diego	CA	23.8 mi
8	La Jolla	La Jolla	CA	24.9 mi
9	University City	San Diego	CA	25.4 mi
10	Temecula, California	Temecula	CA	25.7 mi
11	Wine Country area of Scripps Ranch	San Diego	CA	26.1 mi
12	West Side	murrieta	CA	26.5 mi

Base	Distance
Camp Pendleton	11 mi.
Miramar MCAS	26.4 mi.
MCRD San Diego	33.3 mi.
San Diego Naval Medical Center	35 mi.
North Island NAS	35.8 mi.
Naval Base Point Loma	36.3 mi.
Coronado Naval Amphibious Base	38.2 mi.
San Diego Naval Base	38.5 mi.
March Air Reserve Base	48.3 mi.

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