Very Good
#3172 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 33% in state
Bishop's Peak Elementary
Elementary School · San Luis Coastal Unified
451 Jaycee Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
368
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,172 of 9,539
In San Luis Obispo
#9 of 13
public schools
In district
#14 of 15
San Luis Coastal Unified
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Bishop's Peak Elementary
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About Bishop's Peak Elementary
Bishop's Peak Elementary is a public elementary school in San Luis Obispo, CA, part of San Luis Coastal Unified. Bishop's Peak Elementary serves approximately 368 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Bishop's Peak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,172 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bishop's Peak Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Bishop's Peak Elementary runs 23:1 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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Bishop's Peak Elementary — Students at Bishop's Peak Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 6.8/10.
How Bishop's Peak Elementary Compares
See how Bishop's Peak Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
451 Jaycee Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bishop's Peak Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is C L Smith Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sinsheimer Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Luis Obispo, see our San Luis Obispo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pacheco Elementary San Luis Obispo | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| ORFALEA FAMILY & ASI CHILDREN'S CENTER RM # 133 San Luis Obispo | 1.3 mi | — |
| OLD MISSION SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| CHRIST CLASSICAL SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Old Mission School San Luis Obispo | 1.5 mi | — |
| MISSION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Mission College Preparatory Catholic High School San Luis Obispo | 1.5 mi | — |
| Lindamood-Bell Academy San Luis Obispo | 1.7 mi | — |
| Teach Elementary San Luis Obispo | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| San Luis Obispo Classical Academy San Luis Obispo | 1.7 mi | — |
| C L Smith Elementary San Luis Obispo | 2.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Laguna Middle San Luis Obispo | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Hawthorne Elementary San Luis Obispo | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| San Luis Obispo High San Luis Obispo | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| PEEP - PREPARE San Luis Obispo | 2.3 mi | — |
| San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Court San Luis Obispo | 2.5 mi | — |
| Pacific Beach High San Luis Obispo | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Sinsheimer Elementary San Luis Obispo | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Grizzly ChalleNGe Charter San Luis Obispo | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 3.8 mi | 4.9 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bishop's Peak Elementary
What grades does Bishop's Peak Elementary serve?
Bishop's Peak Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Bishop's Peak Elementary?
Bishop's Peak Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 368 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop's Peak Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bishop's Peak Elementary is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bishop's Peak Elementary rank in CA?
Bishop's Peak Elementary ranks #3,172 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bishop's Peak Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bishop's Peak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Bishop's Peak Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bishop's Peak Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bishop's Peak Elementary a charter school?
No, Bishop's Peak Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bishop's Peak Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bishop's Peak Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bishop's Peak Elementary?
30.2% of students at Bishop's Peak 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 368
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.1%
- Phone
- (805) 596-4030
Resources & Links
District
San Luis Coastal Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,577
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,117
- District Rank
- #14 of 15
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