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#5396 of 9,539 schools in CA
Adam (william Laird) Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Maria-Bonita
500 West Windsor, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Enrollment
870
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
870
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,396 of 9,539
In Santa Maria
#16 of 30
public schools
In district
#9 of 21
Santa Maria-Bonita
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Adam (william Laird) Elementary
Elementary School in Santa Maria · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Adam (william Laird) Elementary
Adam (william Laird) Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Maria, CA, part of Santa Maria-Bonita. Adam (william Laird) Elementary serves approximately 870 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Adam (william Laird) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #5,396 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Adam (william Laird) Elementary show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Adam (william Laird) Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Adam (william Laird) Elementary runs 23.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Adam (william Laird) Elementary — Students at Adam (william Laird) Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How Adam (william Laird) Elementary Compares
See how Adam (william Laird) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
500 West Windsor, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Adam (william Laird) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jimenez Roberto and Dr. Francisco Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bill Libbon Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sanchez (David J.) Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Santa Maria, see our Santa Maria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sanchez (David J.) Elementary Santa Maria | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Santa Maria High Santa Maria | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Miller (Isaac) Elementary Santa Maria | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Jimenez Roberto and Dr. Francisco Elementary Santa Maria | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Battles (Washington) Elementary Santa Maria | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Liberty Elementary Santa Maria | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Fairlawn Elementary Santa Maria | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Trivium Charter Lompoc | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Bill Libbon Elementary Santa Maria | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| AGAPE SCHOOL OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Santa Maria | 1.5 mi | — |
| Eagles Christian Academy Santa Maria | 1.5 mi | — |
| El Camino Junior High Santa Maria | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Bruce (Robert) Elementary Santa Maria | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Alvin Elementary Santa Maria | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Fesler (Isaac) Junior High Santa Maria | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Oakley (Calvin C.) Elementary Santa Maria | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Maria | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Rice (William) Elementary Santa Maria | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Joe Nightingale Elementary Orcutt | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Tunnell (Martin Luther) Elementary Santa Maria | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,518
Median Home Value
$460,300
Median Rent
$1,825/mo
Population
59,126
College Educated
9.2%
Homeownership
43.5%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
27.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Adam (william Laird) Elementary
What grades does Adam (william Laird) Elementary serve?
Adam (william Laird) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Adam (william Laird) Elementary?
Adam (william Laird) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 870 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Adam (william Laird) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Adam (william Laird) Elementary is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Adam (william Laird) Elementary rank in CA?
Adam (william Laird) Elementary ranks #5,396 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Adam (william Laird) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Adam (william Laird) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Adam (william Laird) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Adam (william Laird) Elementary has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Adam (william Laird) Elementary a charter school?
No, Adam (william Laird) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Adam (william Laird) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Adam (william Laird) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Adam (william Laird) Elementary?
96.2% of students at Adam (william Laird) Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 870
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.0%
- Phone
- (805) 361-6700
Resources & Links
District
Santa Maria-Bonita- District Enrollment
- 17,165
- Schools in District
- 21
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,207
- District Rank
- #9 of 21
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