Excellent
#1465 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 15% in state
Baywood Elementary
Elementary School · San Luis Coastal Unified
1330 Ninth St., Los Osos, CA 93402
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,465 of 9,539
In Los Osos
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#9 of 15
San Luis Coastal Unified
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Baywood Elementary
Elementary School in Los Osos · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Baywood Elementary
Baywood Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Osos, CA, part of San Luis Coastal Unified. Baywood Elementary serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Baywood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,465 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Baywood Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Baywood Elementary — Students at Baywood Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.2%
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.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How Baywood Elementary Compares
See how Baywood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1330 Ninth St., Los Osos, CA 93402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Baywood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monarch Grove Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is C L Smith Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby San Luis Obispo), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Del Mar Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Morro Bay), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Los Osos, see our Los Osos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Los Osos Middle Los Osos | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Central Coast Waldorf Los Osos | 1.2 mi | — |
| WISHING WELL SCHOOL Los Osos | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Monarch Grove Elementary Los Osos | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Morro Bay High Morro Bay | 4.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Del Mar Elementary Morro Bay | 5.0 mi | 8.2 |
| San Luis County Special Education San Luis Obispo | 5.1 mi | — |
| San Luis Obispo County Community San Luis Obispo | 5.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Grizzly ChalleNGe Charter San Luis Obispo | 5.8 mi | 6.6 |
| San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Court San Luis Obispo | 6.4 mi | — |
| CHRIST CLASSICAL SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 7.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Cayucos Elementary Cayucos | 9.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Laguna Middle San Luis Obispo | 8.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Bishop's Peak Elementary San Luis Obispo | 8.6 mi | 7.2 |
| C L Smith Elementary San Luis Obispo | 9.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Pacheco Elementary San Luis Obispo | 9.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Pacific Beach High San Luis Obispo | 9.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Lindamood-Bell Academy San Luis Obispo | 9.8 mi | — |
| OLD MISSION SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 9.9 mi | 4.8 |
| ORFALEA FAMILY & ASI CHILDREN'S CENTER RM # 133 San Luis Obispo | 9.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,839
Median Home Value
$729,200
Median Rent
$1,909/mo
Population
15,085
College Educated
50.1%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
47.4
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| Carlos Santana Arts Academy North Hills, CA | 8.1 |
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| Chapman Elementary Gardena, CA | 8.1 |
| Chatom Elementary Turlock, CA | 8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Baywood Elementary
What grades does Baywood Elementary serve?
Baywood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Baywood Elementary?
Baywood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Baywood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Baywood Elementary is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Baywood Elementary rank in CA?
Baywood Elementary ranks #1,465 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Baywood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Baywood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Baywood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Baywood Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Baywood Elementary a charter school?
No, Baywood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Baywood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Baywood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Baywood Elementary?
52.2% of students at Baywood 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 337
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.7%
- Phone
- (805) 534-2856
Resources & Links
District
San Luis Coastal Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,577
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,117
- District Rank
- #9 of 15
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