El Camino High School

El Camino High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
400 Rancho del Oro Dr,  Oceanside, CA
Oceanside Unified School District
3.8
4.5
2,526 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Alexander Bennet
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Average SAT Score
1170
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
28%
Reading Proficiency
48%
Average GPA
3.49
Graduation Rate
95%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B+
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B-
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.49
Reading Proficiency
48%
Math Proficiency
28%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers
106
Full Time Teachers
106
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1170
Math
590
Verbal
580
Average ACT
24
Math
24
English
24
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
20
AP Pass Rate
62.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
9.6%
State Average
17.9%
Science
6.4%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
353:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.9%
Female
46.9%
Hispanic
59.4%
White
18.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.6%
Two or more races
7.2%
Black
4.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
2.3%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#146 Niche Standout HS in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - San Diego 450 Students
San Diego State University 447 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 394 Students
University of California - Irvine 363 Students
California State University - San Marcos 358 Students
MiraCosta College 297 Students
University of California - Berkeley 277 Students
University of California - Davis 221 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 203 Students
University of Southern California 198 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 175 Students
Business 140 Students
Biology 117 Students
Nursing 106 Students
Computer Science 83 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 66 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 59 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 54 Students
Criminology 50 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 45 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 469 Reviews
4.0 Alum
7/29/2025
El Camino High was good to me. There were always events being held, and dances that the school was putting on to really get everyone involved. Sports were taking pretty serious and it help build a sense of pride that everyone had about going there. Teachers were well versed in their topic of study. The campus is big and spacious, it was a good time.
5.0 Alum
7/7/2025
I would like to see a variety of courses. Ex: more accelerated classes, different college prep classes, and new electives. The administration and most of the faculty seem as though they care. I would like to see improved food options and shorter food lines (ex: putting in more lunch/snack stations) and more funding and donations for the food bank. I loved how many different clubs there were. I absolutely adored the dance program and Ms Langen.
4.0 Senior
6/2/2025
I would like to see more extra curriculars within the school such as home EC or other classes that would help with life after high school and when moving onto college. More events at the school would also be nice to have more student involvement.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 35 Reviews
4.0 parent
6/22/2025
There needs to be more done for english learning students in the classroom, and more spanish speaking teachers. As a parent I don't feel my child is not always seen and heard when trying their best by participating in tutoring at school or learning english outside of school while trying to obtain go...
5.0 teacher
6/9/2025
As a teacher at El Camino High School, I’m proud to be part of a school that truly lives its values—Perseverance, Empathy, Respect, Responsibility, and Collaboration. These aren’t just words we teach; they’re part of the daily experience on campus. You can see them in how students support each other...
5.0 parent
5/14/2025
El Camino High School is a strong public school with a solid reputation. At the heart of its success are the teachers—experienced, dedicated professionals who are committed to preparing students for college. ECHS also boasts one of the largest athletic programs in the area, offering freshman teams i...
5.0 parent
5/14/2025
I’ve had 3 children graduate from El Camino and 1 is attending now. All of their teachers have gone above and beyond to make sure my kids are well prepared for college and beyond. I appreciate the extra time the teachers devote to their students. Not one of my kids had a bad day at school and all fe...

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El Camino High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Oceanside, CA and is served by the Oceanside Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,526 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. Academic records show that 28% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 48% are proficient in reading. El Camino High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.49, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1170 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $935,836. Discover additional schools in the area, like Pacific View Charter School, Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School, Cesar Chavez Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Oceanside has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near El Camino High School.

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