Serving 510 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ocean Air ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocean Air ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ocean Air's student population of 510 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ocean Air ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocean Air is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#15 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
48%
12%
Hispanic
7%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
34%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocean Air's ranking?
Ocean Air is ranked #15 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ocean Air often compared to?
Ocean Airis often viewed alongside schools like Sage Canyon, Torrey Hills by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ocean Air?
510 students attend Ocean Air.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ocean Air students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ocean Air?
Ocean Air has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Ocean Air offer ?
Ocean Air offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ocean Air part of?
Ocean Air is part of Del Mar Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Ocean Air located?
Ocean Air is located in the Carmel Valley neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 8 other public schools located in Carmel Valley.
School Reviews
3 1/20/2020
It's an awesome school with a great principal. The school is very safe, fun, and has great teachers. The school is kept clean, and there is no bullying. If anything goes wrong in Ocean Air, the school confronts it and takes action. The school is well rounded: We have steam classes. Science, Music, P.E, Enrichment, Technology, Art, and more classes are at Ocean Air. Not only that, but Ocean Air feels like home. Every new student feels like they belong here. The students are very nice, and it's a very diverse school. Children from all races are welcome. Overall, It's a great school. I went to Ocean Air, and I enjoyed it. I feel like the school helped me to prepare for middle school. I highly recommend Ocean Air, and It's an awesome school!!
5 5/30/2011
Ocean Air is a great school. Unlike some other schools, we still have all our ESC classes (music, art, P.E., science, technology, and library) even with budget cuts. We have GATE programs, award ceremonies, and many clubs, like Art Club, Garden Club, Drama Club, Zoo Crew, and more. Parents are very involved and support Ocean Air. It's an awesome school!
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