Best Schools in Grover Beach, California
4 schools · 4 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Grover Beach by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Fairgrove Elementary
Elementary · Lucia Mar Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Grover Beach Elementary
Elementary · Lucia Mar Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Grover Heights Elementary
Elementary · Lucia Mar Unified. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Grover Beach for 2026 are Fairgrove Elementary (7.5/10), Grover Beach Elementary (7.2/10), and Grover Heights Elementary (5.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$691,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$691,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +10.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Grover Beach schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Grover Beach
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fairgrove Elementary | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Grover Beach Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Grover Heights Elementary | 5.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $82,534
- Median home value
- $691,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 55%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Grover Beach compares
California rank
#199 of 599
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above California avg (6.3)
Median household income
$83k
83% of California median
Schools in this city
3
Lucia Mar Unified runs Grover Beach's public schools
3 public schools. Lucia Mar Unified is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Grover Beach is a Lucia Mar Unified school (3 of 3).
Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.4 to 7.5 — the spread is inside Grover Beach, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Grover Beach, California
Grover Beach, California is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Grover Beach show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Grover Beach is Fairgrove Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Grover Beach is served by 1 school district: Lucia Mar Unified. These districts collectively serve 9,621 students.
Grover Beach's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,534. The poverty rate in the area is 12.7%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 369 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.5 | ||
| 2 | 402 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.2 | ||
| 3 | 301 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.4 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Dandy Lion Montessori SchoolPrivate 13 students · Pre-K–TK | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Grover Beach
Grover Beach, California · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$82,534
Median Home Value
$691,900
Median Rent
$1,921/mo
Population
12,684
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Community Profile
Grover Beach has a median household income of $82,534. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $691,900, with a median rent of $1,921/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.7%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- California
- Elementary
- 4
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Grover Beach, California
How many schools are in Grover Beach, California?
Grover Beach has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Grover Beach, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Grover Beach is 6.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Grover Beach, California?
The top-ranked school in Grover Beach on MySchoolScout is Fairgrove Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Grover Beach, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Grover Beach on MySchoolScout is Fairgrove Elementary with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Grover Beach, California?
Grover Beach is served by 1 school district: Lucia Mar Unified.
What is the education level in Grover Beach, California?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Grover Beach have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Grover Beach, California?
The median household income in Grover Beach is approximately $82,534 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Grover Beach, California?
Yes, Grover Beach has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Grover Beach, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Grover Beach is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Grover Beach, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.