South Oceanside Elementary School

1806 South Horne Street

Oceanside, CA 92054

School District

Oceanside Unified
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:22
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on September 05, 2023

I have had two children go through this school, and we've had great experiences both times. The teachers have been caring and kind. They created lasting connections with my child and pushed them to try their best. Additionally, the community of South O community couldn't be better. I feel lucky to live here and have my children benefit from such a tight knit neighborhood. Additionally, the PTO is welcoming and organizes many fun family events and fundraisers. I am a teacher myself in another district, but I kept my students at their local school because I want them to have the experience of going to school with their neighborhood friends. I also have been very happy with the level of instruction and overall support at this school. My children are thriving with their South O education.
Submitted by parent on September 05, 2023

I have had 2 kids go through South O Elementary. We have had wonderful teachers and the staff has been equally as wonderful. Our community is tight knit and we have lots of local businesses that support us. Our kids really enjoyed their time there.
Submitted by parent on December 01, 2022

South O is all about community. The teachers bring years of quality experience to the classroom and love what they do. The office staff and those who serve the community in non-teaching roles are kind and helpful. The school garden program is amazing with a professional chef (and "Chopped" champion) teaching the students how to prepare food grown in the garden. The BASE afterschool program is exceptional and is constantly expanding due to the high demand for their program. South O is a gem.
Submitted by other on August 12, 2022

South Oceanside Elementary is a great example of community all around! The teachers go over and above for their students, the administration as well. The principal every year visits every entering Kindergartener at home and welcomes this to South O with a "South O graduating class of..." t-shirt. The PTO is super involved and makes sure that everyone feels welcome at South Oceanside. They have great programs at South O too! Like their garden and music program. This past year they added a full time school counselor as well that is ensuring every child's social emotional health and development is supported.
Submitted by parent on November 24, 2019

Both of my boys went to this school. My first got out right when they closed Ditmar. At the time, it was all South 'O kids of almost one ethnicity (guess?) and it was the elementary for teachers to be at so a lot of teachers in the Oceanside School Dist. pulled seniority to teach here (yep, teachers were all old, but very good). Then the school buses came. And they brought kids from outside South 'O. So many things changed. Even the teachers hoping to ride out their last few years were upset. The cute little school went from putting up leading star school testing banners to offering English as a second language classes at night. Well, my second did not learn as much as my first, and, luckily, Oceanside was approving inter-school transfers back then and he finished elementary in Carmel Valley.
Submitted by parent on November 10, 2018

This school doesn't care about it's students and it shows. They let so many things get in the way of the learning process they could care less if these kids succeed.
Submitted by parent on November 02, 2017

My Child is behind in reading and math . I was told basically oh well....still waiting for help !!
Submitted by parent on March 10, 2017

South O is an amazing school and my children love it here! The teachers really care about children and the overall climate is very positive. The PTO is very involved and plan so many awesome activities for student like Car Show, Halloween Carnival, Movie Nights, Dances and more. South O is a great community school!
Submitted by parent on July 04, 2012

This was my daughters first year attending South O and she loved it, coming from her that says a lot. She started third grade last her, and for the first time she did not want the year to end. The teachers, staff, and Mr. Johnston the principle are just great. They all really care for the kids and you can see that. My daughter came from a very stressful school, that but a lot of pressure on the kids. It was awesome coming here and seeing our daughter blossom. With having no stress she was able to learn so much more. It was truly awesome to see. She woke up everyday wanting to go to school and learn. This school really made a difference to our family. I cant say thank you enough. Mrs.Engstrom was the best third grade teacher. She is one of those teachers you will never forget. I was so thankful my daughter had her for a teacher. The principle and staff has really made a wonderful and peaceful learning environment for the kids. We love South O. Thank you. The Brown Family
Submitted by parent on May 11, 2011

This school deserves to be rated at a ten!!! I have known Mr. Johnston (the principal) since high school and he is as great now as he was then! My daughter has attended the school since kindergarden (she is now in the second grade) and she loves going to school every morning! Ms. Engle, Ms. Troxel, Ms. Templeton and Ms. Jones (her teachers) have all been great! We love the school!
Submitted by parent on October 13, 2010

South "O" is a five star school all around. The school staff, parents, and community are caring and provide a positive learning environment everyday.
Submitted by parent on April 24, 2010

My son goes here, and both my husband and me attended this school. They have been awesome to my son and his special needs. He is improving everyday. Love this school.
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