Palmquist Elementary School

The back playing area for activities at Palmquist Elementary School in Oceanside.

The side playground for younger kids at Palmquist Elementary School in Oceanside.

Palmquist Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

1999 California St, Oceanside, CA

Oceanside Unified School District

525 Students

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Vicki Gravlin

Student Teacher Ratio
26:1

Math Proficiency
39%

Reading Proficiency
44%

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

44%

Math Proficiency

39%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 26:1 Teachers 20	Full Time Teachers 20
Teachers in First or Second Year 3.2%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

1,106:1

Student Diversity

Male 55.7%	Female 44.3%
White 44.9%	Hispanic 43%
Two or more races 6.8%	Black 1.8%
Asian <1%	Pacific Islander <1%
Native American <1%	Filipino <1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 parent

11/1/2025

Palmquist is such a hidden gem. An awesome community full of great families and staff. We have loved watching our children learn and grow at this school.

5.0 parent

10/12/2025

We love Palmquist ! Great teachers, great PTO and my kiddo is learning well.

5.0 parent

10/19/2024

We just started going here this school year but so far blown away by this amazing school! The atmosphere is so friendly and welcoming! At first I was worried because the overall grade rating is low, but that doesn't match our experience at all! Fabulous learning is taking place and as a parent I'm s...

5.0 parent

9/21/2024

As a parent I have had nothing but great experiences with everyone at Palmquist! My son comes home happy and constantly tells me his teacher is the best. I feel so much comfort in knowing he feels safe and looks forward to going to school each day.

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Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools

Surfside Academy

K to 12th
Public

Oceanside High School

9th to 12th
Public

B+

Carlsbad High School

9th to 12th
Public

California San Diego County Oceanside 92054

Palmquist Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 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 525 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 26:1. Academic records show that 39% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 44% are proficient in reading. Palmquist Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Surfside Academy, Oceanside High School, Carlsbad High School, and more. Learn more about what Oceanside has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Palmquist Elementary School.

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