School Overview
Palmquist Elementary School, located in Oceanside, California, serves as a neighborhood hub dedicated to fostering academic excellence and personal growth for its diverse student body. As part of the Oceanside Unified School District, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to develop foundational skills in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while integrating social-emotional learning to ensure that students develop both the character and the competence necessary for success in middle school and beyond.

Beyond the classroom, Palmquist Elementary focuses on cultivating a strong sense of community and parent involvement. Through various school programs, extracurricular opportunities, and a commitment to inclusive education, the staff works to create a safe and welcoming atmosphere for all learners. By leveraging local resources and maintaining active communication with families, the school strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience that prepares its young students to become responsible, engaged members of the Oceanside community.
529
Total Students
20.4
Full-Time Teachers
25.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
54.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Palmquist Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White228
Hispanic241
Black8
Asian7
Two or More41
American Indian1
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    241 (45.6 %)
  • White
    228 (43.1 %)
  • Two or More
    41 (7.8 %)
  • Black
    8 (1.5 %)
  • Asian
    7 (1.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Oceanside Unified
Phone: (760)901-8500
Website: http://www.palmquist.oside.us/
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 529
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 20.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 25.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 202
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 87
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 89
Grade 1 93
Grade 2 77
Grade 3 89
Grade 4 92
Grade 5 89

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Palmquist Elementary
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten89
Grade 193
Grade 277
Grade 389
Grade 492
Grade 589
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Palmquist Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24145.6%
Male28854.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)