Oceana is a best kept Norcal secret. Funky, foggy little open-air school, on a hill overlooking the ocean. All the attentiveness of a private school, with the progressive curriculum of a charter. Oceana has the Highest API scores in the district, and is a distinguished college prep that puts the learning
... Read more needs and creativity of children before test scores. This school has been awarded for excellence in interim programs, student mentoring, human rights, and project based curriculum. Oceana reflects the best of our bay, progressive, creative and community oriented. It has risen to a 5 star school, with grads getting into some of the best colleges. Its a safe and nurturing school, thats becoming a model for the rest of the area. The staff is very dedicated as well, although not a lot of competitive sports.Schools with this cache rarely have the cultural or socio-ec diversity of Oceana. Its refreshing to Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/13/09
Oceana is a great school! They are actually pioneering school reform with a social justice & arts curriculum. I transfered my son from a coveted spot at Lowell in SF. he was miserable at lowell with the pressure, snooty cliques and large class sizes. he loves his teachers at Oceana, the heated pool
... Read more and student artwork thats around the campus. He has 2 mentors that really made the difference. School is highly involved community activism. Probably one of the best college preps, close-knit, with a very engaged and progressive faculty. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/12/09
A college prepatory, for creative students. School just won 2 state excellence awards for their senior exhibition and interim programs. The small class size, progressive curriculum and highly involved staff offer a private, charter school experience. Project-based learning, creative arts, and an emphasis
... Read more on community service make graduates ready for college and life. This little school in sleepy pacifica is a true gem. Teachers actually know the students names. What a concept! Best HS in Northern Penninsula. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/19/09
I think Oceana is a good school, not many choices with the classes but the teachers are great. Oceana is preparing us for the real world.
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Posted by a student on 01/01/09
I love this school it;s the best. It is also very unique, in its prgrams and classes. For example we have block schedule everyday. We only have 3 classes a day, so that way we have more time ot finish up teh homework. I think it's very good.
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Posted by a student on 12/03/08
We are very happy with Oceana. The staff, including the principal and vice-principals, are accessible, responsive, and engaged. They answer questions and return phone calls and emails promptly. Staff engage in meaningful ways with students, make themselves available to help students before and after
... Read more school, and demonstrate a high level of respect and high expectations of their students. This is a great school, with strengths in college prep, values, community service, and a real life experience of working and studying in a truly diverse environment. Great school! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/25/08
Oceana is a rare gem of a public high school. The teachers and administrative staff are very caring and responsive. Kids are receiving a college-prep education along with real world life skills. Project-based learning, community service, senior exhibition, and portfolio requirements provide exceptional
... Read more learning experiences that most students won't get in a more traditional high school setting. My son, who has never liked school, is engaged and feeling successful. The only reason I give it four stars instead of five is because there aren't a lot of structured sports, music and theater opportunities. However, there are lots of clubs and less formal extra-curricular activities, so it's not as if these things are non-existent. Our older child went to an expensive, private college-prep high school and we think Oceana compares quite favorably. AND IT'S FREE! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/18/08
We love Oceana! The school emphasizes self directed, in-depth learning. Diversity is celebrated. Staff cares about the kids, and students become like a family of learners.
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Posted by a parent on 04/18/08
This school serves about 600 students 9-12 because of this, most freshman are able to fit in and do not experience the feeling of being lost. The school strives on academics and discipline and they do a good job. As a parent it is my job to be involved in my child's education and I do not have any
... Read more regrets about placing my son in this school. I also have 2 nieces attending and they have no complaints as well. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/20/08
I remember being a freshman and being scared on my 1st day of H.S. I came from a catholic school, so I was expecting the worst experience at a public high school. Little did I know that I would end up loving this school, I get along well with my classmates and teachers. The school is not sports oriented
... Read more but each year I see a few more sports being added. I'm a Junior and I feel happy and safe here. There are no pressures to fit in, everyone has their own style and you are not criticized for being you. Read less
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Pacifica schools — Oceana High School is located at 401 Paloma Ave, Pacifica CA 94044. 401 Paloma Ave is in the 94044 ZIP code in Pacifica, CA The school district for Oceana High School is the Jefferson Union High School District. Oceana High School is a Public school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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