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Bellevue-santa Fe Charter

Elementary School · Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter District

1401 San Luis Bay Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

Charter

Enrollment

164

Student-Teacher

23.4:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In San Luis Obispo

#10 of 13

public schools

California elementary schools

#3,283 of 5,817

Equity

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Bellevue-santa Fe Charter

Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter serves 164 students in kindergarten through sixth grade in San Luis Obispo, California. This elementary charter school demonstrates exceptional academic performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #348 out of 9,566 California schools, placing it in the 96th percentile statewide. The school's academic achievements are particularly impressive, with 84% of students performing at proficient or above levels in English Language Arts and 80% reaching proficiency in mathematics.

With 7 full-time equivalent teachers serving the student body, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 23.4 to 1. As a charter school, Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter operates with increased autonomy while serving families in the 93405 zip code area, where the median household income is $48,388 and half of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The community shows interesting economic diversity, with median home values reaching $863,500 alongside a poverty rate of 45.9% among the area's nearly 25,000 residents.

The school benefits from its rural setting near San Luis Obispo, offering students a quieter learning environment while maintaining access to the resources and opportunities of this Central Coast community.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 164 students, Bellevue-santa Fe Charter is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

The student-teacher ratio at Bellevue-santa Fe Charter is 23.4:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.

Bellevue-santa Fe Charter is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.51 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency80%
Reading/ELA Proficiency83.5%
Math vs. State Avg+34.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+40.7 pts
Overall Proficiency82%
Expected (poverty-adj.)66%
vs. Expected+15.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,151

Bellevue-santa Fe Charter — Students at Bellevue-santa Fe Charter score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 81.8%
School
State
38.4%
ELA Proficiency 84.8%
School
State
45.4%

Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2024
Math
79.7%
ELA
83.9%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Bellevue-santa Fe Charter Compares

See how Bellevue-santa Fe Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in CA
Academic
9.6/10
9.6/10
Growth
5.0/10
Above average
Environment
2.9/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers

Location

1401 San Luis Bay Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bellevue-santa Fe Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. C L Smith Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shell Beach Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Pismo Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hawthorne Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 6.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Luis Obispo, see our San Luis Obispo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Shell Beach Elementary Pismo Beach 3.1 mi 8.7
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL San Luis Obispo 4.0 mi 4.9
Pacific Beach High San Luis Obispo 4.5 mi 4.7
Laguna Middle San Luis Obispo 5.0 mi 7.1
C L Smith Elementary San Luis Obispo 5.0 mi 9.0
Judkins Middle Pismo Beach 5.5 mi 6.6
Lindamood-Bell Academy San Luis Obispo 6.3 mi
CHRIST CLASSICAL SCHOOL San Luis Obispo 6.5 mi 6.1
Hawthorne Elementary San Luis Obispo 6.2 mi 8.3
Los Ranchos Elementary San Luis Obispo 5.6 mi 5.9
MISSION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL San Luis Obispo 6.6 mi 6.3
Mission College Preparatory Catholic High School San Luis Obispo 6.7 mi
OLD MISSION SCHOOL San Luis Obispo 6.7 mi 4.8
Old Mission School San Luis Obispo 6.7 mi
Sinsheimer Elementary San Luis Obispo 6.5 mi 6.9
Bishop's Peak Elementary San Luis Obispo 7.4 mi 5.3
PEEP - PREPARE San Luis Obispo 7.1 mi
Pacheco Elementary San Luis Obispo 7.5 mi 7.8
San Luis Obispo High San Luis Obispo 7.3 mi 7.3
Grover Heights Elementary Grover Beach 7.0 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,481

Median Home Value

$897,800

Median Rent

$1,936/mo

Population

23,856

College Educated

52%

Homeownership

32.7%

Avg Commute

13.6 min

Poverty Rate

44.5%

Median Age

22.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Bellevue-santa Fe Charter has a median household income of $52,481. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $897,800, with a median rent of $1,936/month. The area has a poverty rate of 44.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 14 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bellevue-santa Fe Charter

What grades does Bellevue-santa Fe Charter serve?

Bellevue-santa Fe Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Bellevue-santa Fe Charter?

Bellevue-santa Fe Charter has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bellevue-santa Fe Charter?

The student-teacher ratio at Bellevue-santa Fe Charter is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bellevue-santa Fe Charter rank in CA?

Bellevue-santa Fe Charter is ranked #5441 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Bellevue-santa Fe Charter's MySchoolScout rating?

Bellevue-santa Fe Charter has a composite rating of 6.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bellevue-santa Fe Charter?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bellevue-santa Fe Charter has 81.8% math proficiency and 84.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Bellevue-santa Fe Charter a charter school?

Yes, Bellevue-santa Fe Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Bellevue-santa Fe Charter a Title I school?

No, Bellevue-santa Fe Charter is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bellevue-santa Fe Charter?

15.9% of students at Bellevue-santa Fe Charter 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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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (3,097/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Luis Obispo). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
San Luis Obispo County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter District
District Enrollment
164
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,185
District Rank
#1 of 1

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.

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