View all schools in Oceanside Unified School District

Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School

Grades: K-5

Students: 461

Type: Public

4/10

GreatSchools Rating

Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1

Student-Counselor Ratio: 952:1

Certified Teachers: 100%

Community Reviews

40 Reviews

View reviews

Oceanside Unified School District

3701 Kelton Drive
Oceanside, CA 92056

(760) 901-8400

School Page on GreatSchools District Page on GreatSchools

Additional GreatSchools Ratings

5/10

Test Scores

2/10

Equity

Academic Progress

College Readiness

2/10

Student Growth

Community Reviews

Read what parents are saying about Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School

The school is supported by a strong team of dedicated and effective teachers who consistently provide a positive learning environment for students. Instruction is thoughtful, and staff members are clearly committed to student success. However, the overall experience is diminished by school leadershi

[...]

Posted by a parent on 1/25/2026

I went to this school and enjoyed my time there very much.

Posted by a community member on 9/4/2025

No Rating

McAuliffe has a great school counselor who offers a variety of social emotional support. Students feel seen and welcome. There are lunch time activities with positive lessons around friendship and kindness.

Posted by a principal on 6/30/2025

Wonderful neighborhood school. Parking should be easier but a great school.

Posted by a parent on 4/20/2024

Something has changed - this school used to be amazing. Now - I would not enroll or recommend enrolling.

Posted by a parent on 2/21/2023

Nearby Schools

Browse other schools near Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School

The GreatSchools Rating compares schools on a variety of school quality indicators including test scores, college readiness, equity and more. Learn more.

Oceanside schools - Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is located at 3701 Kelton Drive, Oceanside CA 92056. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is in the Oceanside Unified School District. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K-5.