Excellent
#736 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Cayucos Elementary
Elementary School · Cayucos Elementary
301 Cayucos Dr., Cayucos, CA 93430
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
California elementary schools
#539 of 5,817
School environment
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Cayucos Elementary
Cayucos Elementary is a public elementary school in Cayucos, CA, part of the Cayucos Elementary. The school serves approximately 180 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 92.3th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 55% proficiency in math, 18 points above the state average and 62% in reading/language arts, 17 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $86,354, where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 180 students, Cayucos 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.
Score Breakdown
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Cayucos Elementary — Students at Cayucos Elementary score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 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: 8.2/10.
How Cayucos Elementary Compares
See how Cayucos Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 52% (2019) to 57.27% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 67% (2019) to 61.82% (2024).
Location
301 Cayucos Dr., Cayucos, CA 93430
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cayucos Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monarch Grove Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Los Osos), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Baywood Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Los Osos), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cambria Grammar (rated 8.3/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Cambria), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cayucos, see our Cayucos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Del Mar Elementary Morro Bay | 4.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Morro Bay High Morro Bay | 5.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Baywood Elementary Los Osos | 9.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Monarch Grove Elementary Los Osos | 10.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Los Osos Middle Los Osos | 10.0 mi | 7.3 |
| WISHING WELL SCHOOL Los Osos | 10.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Central Coast Waldorf Los Osos | 10.6 mi | — |
| Vineyard Elementary Templeton | 11.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Cambria Grammar Cambria | 11.7 mi | 8.3 |
| ACTS Advanced Christian Training Schools Atascadero | 11.2 mi | — |
| Coast Union High Cambria | 12.2 mi | 6.3 |
| SANTA LUCIA SCHOOL Templeton | 11.7 mi | 4.9 |
| San Luis County Special Education San Luis Obispo | 12.2 mi | — |
| San Luis Obispo County Community San Luis Obispo | 12.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Santa Lucia Middle Cambria | 12.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Leffingwell High (Continuation) Cambria | 12.4 mi | — |
| Spectrum Central Coast Cambria | 12.4 mi | — |
| TEMPLETON HILLS 7TH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Templeton | 12.5 mi | — |
| Templeton Hills Adventist School Templeton | 12.6 mi | — |
| Templeton High Templeton | 12.5 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,354
Median Home Value
$965,100
Median Rent
$1,571/mo
Population
3,257
College Educated
43.4%
Homeownership
59.9%
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
60.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cayucos Elementary has a median household income of $86,354. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $965,100, with a median rent of $1,571/month. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.4 |
| GOLDEN BRIDGES SCHOOL San Francisco, CA | 8.4 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI FOOTHILL RANCH Foothill Ranch, CA | 8.4 |
| Orange County Academy of Sciences and Arts Laguna Niguel, CA | 8.4 |
| Westport Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cayucos Elementary
What grades does Cayucos Elementary serve?
Cayucos Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Cayucos Elementary?
Cayucos Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 180 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cayucos Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cayucos Elementary is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cayucos Elementary rank in CA?
Cayucos Elementary is ranked #736 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Cayucos Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cayucos Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 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 Cayucos Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Cayucos Elementary has 54.8% math proficiency and 62.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Cayucos Elementary a charter school?
No, Cayucos Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cayucos Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cayucos Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cayucos Elementary?
25.6% of students at Cayucos 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 180
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Phone
- (805) 995-3694
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Cayucos Elementary- District Enrollment
- 180
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,754
- 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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