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Carrisa Plains Elementary
Elementary School · Atascadero Unified
Star Rt. Box 88-A, Santa Margarita, CA 93453
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
27:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
27:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Carrisa Plains Elementary
Elementary School in Santa Margarita · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Carrisa Plains Elementary
Carrisa Plains Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Margarita, CA, part of Atascadero Unified. Carrisa Plains Elementary serves approximately 27 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Carrisa Plains Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 27 students, Carrisa Plains Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Carrisa Plains Elementary runs 27:1 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.
Carrisa Plains Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Address
- Star Rt. Box 88-A, Santa Margarita, CA 93453
- Website
- atasusd.org
- Phone
- (805) 475-2244
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
Star Rt. Box 88-A, Santa Margarita, CA 93453
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carrisa Plains Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Midway Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 30.7 miles away, in nearby Fellows). Another option is McKittrick Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 23.8 miles away, in nearby Mckittrick). Additionally, Benjamin Foxen Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 36.7 miles away, in nearby Santa Maria). For more schools in Santa Margarita, see our Santa Margarita schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 36.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| McKittrick Elementary Mckittrick | 23.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Lost Hills Elementary Lost Hills | 26.2 mi | 6.9 |
| A. M. Thomas Middle Lost Hills | 26.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Wonderful College Prep Academy - Lost Hills Lost Hills | 26.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Shandon Elementary Shandon | 28.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Shandon High Shandon | 28.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Creston Elementary Creston | 29.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Midway Elementary Fellows | 30.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Nipomo Elementary Nipomo | 32.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Branch Elementary Arroyo Grande | 31.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Pioneer Valley High Santa Maria | 34.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Taylor (Ida Redmond) Elementary Santa Maria | 34.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Central Coast New Tech High Nipomo | 32.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Tunnell (Martin Luther) Elementary Santa Maria | 34.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Nipomo High Nipomo | 33.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Rice (William) Elementary Santa Maria | 34.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Cuyama Valley High New Cuyama | 35.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Kunst (Tommie) Junior High Santa Maria | 34.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Fesler (Isaac) Junior High Santa Maria | 34.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Benjamin Foxen Elementary Santa Maria | 36.7 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,288
Median Home Value
$720,100
Median Rent
$638/mo
Population
2,003
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
56.1%
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
61.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carrisa Plains Elementary
What grades does Carrisa Plains Elementary serve?
Carrisa Plains Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Carrisa Plains Elementary?
Carrisa Plains Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carrisa Plains Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Carrisa Plains Elementary is 27:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Carrisa Plains Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carrisa Plains Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Carrisa Plains Elementary a charter school?
No, Carrisa Plains Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carrisa Plains Elementary a Title I school?
No, Carrisa Plains Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carrisa Plains Elementary?
88.9% of students at Carrisa Plains 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
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.4%
- Phone
- (805) 475-2244
Resources & Links
District
Atascadero Unified- District Enrollment
- 4,338
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,963
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