Serving 2,526 students in grades 9-12, El Camino High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
El Camino High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
El Camino High School's student population of 2,526 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
El Camino High School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of El Camino High School is 0.58, which is less 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
#4227 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
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 El Camino High School's ranking?
El Camino High School is ranked #4227 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are El Camino High School often compared to?
El Camino High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oceanside High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of El Camino High School?
The graduation rate of El Camino High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend El Camino High School?
2,526 students attend El Camino High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of El Camino High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of El Camino High School?
El Camino High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does El Camino High School offer ?
El Camino High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is El Camino High School part of?
El Camino High School is part of Oceanside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is El Camino High School located?
El Camino High School is located in the Ivey Ranch And Rancho Del Oro neighborhood of Oceanside, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Ivey Ranch And Rancho Del Oro.
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