Skip to main content
6.8 avg / 10

Lucia Mar Unified School District

School District · Arroyo Grande, California

Students: 9,621
Teachers (FTE): 493

Avg Rating

6.8

out of 10

Schools

19

11 elem, 3 mid, 4 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$15,858

Student-Teacher Ratio

19.5:1

How this district compares

California rank

#201 of 713

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

+0.5

above California avg

Per-pupil spending

$15,858

$1,789 vs California median

District size

9,621 students

Much larger than California median

About Lucia Mar Unified

Lucia Mar Unified is a Arroyo Grande, California school district serving 19 schools. The district educates 9,621 students with a student-teacher ratio of 19.5:1. The district invests $15,858 per student annually.

With an average rating of 6.8/10, Lucia Mar Unified demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Branch Elementary, which has a composite score of 9.0/10.

In standardized testing, Lucia Mar Unified students show an average math proficiency of 38.1% and ELA proficiency of 51.1%.

The district includes 11 elementary schools , 3 middle schools , and 4 high schools.

District Map

Schools in Lucia Mar Unified, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 38.1%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.1%
School
State
N/A

Average proficiency across all schools in Lucia Mar Unified with test data.

District Details

State
California
City
Arroyo Grande
Total Enrollment
9,621
Teachers (FTE)
493
Child Poverty Rate
0.1%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Lucia Mar Unified?

Lucia Mar Unified has 19 schools in total — 11 elementary, 3 middle, and 4 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Lucia Mar Unified?

The average composite rating for Lucia Mar Unified is 6.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Lucia Mar Unified?

Lucia Mar Unified spends $15,858 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Lucia Mar Unified?

The average student-teacher ratio in Lucia Mar Unified is 19.5:1.

What is the top-rated school in Lucia Mar Unified?

Branch Elementary is the highest-rated school in Lucia Mar Unified with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What are the test scores in Lucia Mar Unified?

Across schools in Lucia Mar Unified with test data, the average math proficiency is 38.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 51.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Lucia Mar Unified compare to other districts in California?

Lucia Mar Unified has an average school rating of 6.8/10 across 19 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in California by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools?

MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
6.8/10
Math Proficiency
38.1%
ELA Proficiency
51.1%

Resources

🔍 Search for District Website 📄 Official NCES Data 🏫 GreatSchools Profile 📍 View on Google Maps

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Other School Districts in CA

Compare Lucia Mar Unified with neighboring districts in the state.

See all districts in CA →

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.

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.