El Camino High School

400 Rancho Del Oro Drive

Oceanside, CA 92057

School District

Oceanside Unified
Grade

9-12
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:26
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on August 08, 2024

El Camino high school was recently designated as a distinguished school and I can see why. There is a high expectation for student conduct and learning. I especially appreciate the music and color guard program. Having participated in the marching band myself in high school, I know how important it is for students to feel connected to their peers. The band program creates a high-level of skill and dedication as well as giving them a safe place to be themselves. I am proud that my sophomore and senior are Wildcats!
Submitted by parent on March 23, 2023

The OUSD district and administrators of El Camino are not providing appropriate supports for students with severe autism and behavioral challenges. The special ed department on campus is not equipped with adequate infrastructure, amenities, or adaptive tools. The psychology department has not directly engaged non-verbal students as they would verbal students that reach out for their support. They do not seem to have the will to suggest behaviorally trained staff be hired and work in the classrooms to support teachers or students.Gates are left wide open during school hours even though they describe themselves as a "closed campus" which is a misnomer. This practice is in place regardless of documented safety incidents that have occurred on campus and in the nearby neighborhoods. This ranges from weapons being brought onto campus and special ed students eloping and experiencing mental health crises on campus. The principal has prioritized delivery trucks (there for the students) maintaining ease of access and not having the will to have security teams open and close the gates for such deliveries. OUSD District representatives including Saul Watson (Interim Coordinator of Student and Family Services) and Erin Wade (Special Ed Coordinator) have remained silent on the open-gate issue even when notified about the practice.If you have an overachieving student that has strong independent skills and is self motivated then this school will provide adequate opportunities.We have had 3 students attend this high school.
Submitted by parent on January 17, 2023

Both of my children graduated from El Camino High School, one moving on to Cal Berkeley and the other on to Long Beach. My experience with El Camino has been personable, personalized, full of variety, and challenging. They offer not only a full palette of extracurricular activities (championship-winning teams, nationally-recognized coaches, wide variety of clubs and sports with great funding) but their academic programs are consistently rigorous. They have numerous career technical classes as well as many AP classes, taught by teachers who are commonly masters-degree level or national board certified in their field. The admin is involved, the teachers genuinely care, counseling is present and supportive, and the students genuinely enjoy being part of the history of this school.
Submitted by parent on December 12, 2022

ECHS offers the best High School opportunities for children within Oceanside. The academic rigor allows students to be successful after graduation. ECHS has a higher rate of post-secondary success. They have great social-emotional support provided by counselors and school psychologists. Students are always first at ECHS. It's the best High School in Oceanside, hands down... and significantly overlooked.
Submitted by parent on December 08, 2022

Great school with teachers and staff who truly care about the students!
Submitted by parent on December 05, 2022

El Camino High is a great school. When my daughter started as a freshman she was introduced to 21st Century Entrepreneurial Experience class. This helped build her confidence and project management skills. Her teachers are great. EC also has an outstanding Music and Color Guard program. It is a high quality environment that helps all students feel like they belong!
Submitted by parent on December 05, 2022

I Graduated from EC and my child it now attending. I am able to see the difference from when I was there to now.
Submitted by parent on December 03, 2022

All three of my children graduated from El Camino High School. Their biggest asset is that the teachers care about their students. That makes all the difference in the world. I highly recommend sending your student(s) to ECHS.
Submitted by parent on December 01, 2022

ECHS offers a variety of clubs and extracurricular activities for students to participate in. I have always experienced a welcoming environment and friendly office staff.
Submitted by parent on December 01, 2022

This is a great community. My son was supported throughout his years at EC. He was involved in Band and the students, parents and staff were instrumental in helping our son become a responsible and caring adult. My son still speaks highly of his high school experience.
Submitted by parent on December 01, 2022

I love the support ECHS provides for students! There are also many clubs for my student to be a part of outside of the academics the school provides.
Submitted by parent on November 30, 2022

My daughter graduated from El Camino and was very well prepared for college academics. We believe the course work and the teachers at El Camino did a great job of helping her develop solid academic skills and provided an understanding of the world outside of Oceanside.
Submitted by teacher on November 30, 2022

The school administration has worked hard to increase counseling and support staff for students. EC offers a wide variety of programs for students including a staffing College and Career Center, a full PALs program, a GearUP program in conjunction with local community colleges, and a whole host of course offerings designed to prepare students for the world after high school. Classes like 21st Century Entrepreneurial, Graphic Design, Broadcast Journalism, and Engineering open up career pathways to students outside of the traditional class model.
Submitted by parent on November 30, 2022

Students have the options to pursue a great variety of opportunities in the arts and STEM. For instance, the Cybersecurity team is going to states next week. RIght now, the team is in the top 5% of the nation. Additionally, there are a wide variety of AP classes. For instance, students can earn college credit for AP Computer Science Principles and AP Computer Science. Participation in these courses leads to multiple opportunities to participate in mentorship and scholarship programs. Further, if your son/daughter is athletic there are tons of sports on campus.
Submitted by parent on November 30, 2022

Great staff that try to keep families and students engaged and involved! Great families that are hard-working and supportive of the staff and students! Very diverse and high-achieving students! No matter what part of the school you are with, you get what you put in! We are all part of the same team to get our scholars to achieve to their highest potential possible and become productive members in society not matter what they pursue!
Submitted by parent on November 30, 2022

I was a student at EC in the '80's and my children have gone to and currently attend EC (2 have graduated and 1 is a senior). We all had a wonderful experience! My boys have all been involved in sports, band and clubs. There are many opportunities for students to be involved. Some of the clubs offered are Surf, Ceramics, Computer Science Society, Environmental, Graphic Arts, Model United Nations, Nutrition and Fitness, the list goes on and on. In addition to the countless clubs on campus, EC also offers strong academic opportunities. There are many Advanced Placement Courses, including AP Art History and AP Ceramics. For students who need help with academics, EC has several programs available including Gear Up tutoring, National Honors Society tutoring and subject specific tutoring with individual teachers. The staff at EC are sincerely dedicated to their students! One of my favorite qualities of EC is how diverse it is. I can’t say enough about this wonderful school. Any teen would be lucky to attend El Camino High School.
Submitted by parent on November 30, 2022

El Camino High School embraces the whole school community.
Submitted by parent on November 30, 2022

El Camino has a rich history of supporting academics, sports, and school culture.
Submitted by parent on November 30, 2022

Amazing staff and support persons; super clean and students are generally very courteous!
Submitted by parent on November 30, 2022

El Camino High School is a terrific high school. Like any other school it is not perfect, but in our experience, the teachers are committed, professional, caring, reasonable and dedicated to their craft. The school community is diverse, and represents our community well. El Camino has a great athletic tradition in Oceanside / San Diego county, and has a multitude of clubs and after school activities. I fully recommend El Camino High School to anyone.