Carrisa Plains Elementary

Carrisa Plains Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Margarita, CA, part of the Atascadero Unified. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 27:1. Students demonstrate 38% proficiency in math, 2 points above the state average and 33% in reading/language arts, 14 points below the state average.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $70,288, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.

With an enrollment of 27 students, Carrisa Plains Elementary 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 Carrisa Plains Elementary is 27:1, 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.

Located in a rural area, Carrisa Plains Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.