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12 schools in Seaside

California · Public K-12

12 public K-12 schools operate inside Seaside, with combined enrollment of about 4,403 students (7 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high).

7-year change in Seaside

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
4,403
-715 (-14%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
11
-1 (-8%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
11%
was 12%
% Hispanic
74%
was 69%
% Black
4%
was 5%
% Asian
5%
was 6%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Central Coast HighHigh09-12103
Del Rey Woods ElementaryElementaryKG-06390
Dual Language Academy of the Monterey PeninsulaElementaryKG-08410
George C. Marshall ElementaryElementaryKG-06516
International School of MontereyElementaryKG-08439
Martin Luther KingElementaryKG-06548
Monterey Peninsula UNF SCH DIST COM Day MIDMiddle06-083
Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Community DayHigh09-123
Ord Terrace ElementaryElementaryKG-06397
SEASIDE CHILDREN'S CENTERElementaryM-M·
Seaside HighHigh09-121,073
Seaside MiddleMiddle07-08521

About Seaside

Public education in Seaside, California runs across 12 schools that educates roughly 4,403 students. By footprint, Seaside sits in the average-sized bracket.

In terms of grade levels, the city consists of 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high.

Schools in Seaside average about 367 students each, 37% below the California norm.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Seaside has declined 14% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 5,118 students to 4,403. The school count fell from 12 to 11 across the same 7-year window. On the demographic side, Hispanic enrollment moved from 69% to 74% over the same window.

On this page, the community for Seaside discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Seaside, California?
There are 12 public K-12 schools in Seaside, with a combined enrollment of about 4,403.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Seaside?
Seaside has 7 elementary, 2 middle, 3 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Seaside?
Seaside High is the largest public school in Seaside by enrollment, with approximately 1,073 students.
What school districts serve Seaside?
Seaside is served by 2 public school districts, including Monterey Peninsula Unified, International School of Monterey District.
What grade levels do public schools in Seaside cover?
Public schools in Seaside serve students from kindergarten through grade 12.
Are there charter schools in Seaside?
1 of the 12 public schools in Seaside are charter schools.