Very Good
#2889 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Cayucos Elementary
Elementary School · Cayucos Elementary
301 Cayucos Dr., Cayucos, CA 93430
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
180
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,889 of 9,539
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Cayucos Elementary
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About Cayucos Elementary
Cayucos Elementary is a public elementary school in Cayucos, CA, part of Cayucos Elementary. Cayucos Elementary serves approximately 180 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Cayucos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,889 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cayucos Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 180 students, Cayucos 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.
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: 60%).
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 40 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.9/10.
How Cayucos Elementary Compares
See how Cayucos Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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 notably higher. Another option is Del Mar Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Morro Bay), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Baywood Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Los Osos), which scores slightly higher. 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 | 7.9 |
| Baywood Elementary Los Osos | 9.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Monarch Grove Elementary Los Osos | 10.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Los Osos Middle Los Osos | 10.0 mi | 8.8 |
| WISHING WELL SCHOOL Los Osos | 10.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Central Coast Waldorf Los Osos | 10.6 mi | — |
| Vineyard Elementary Templeton | 11.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Cambria Grammar Cambria | 11.7 mi | 5.4 |
| ACTS Advanced Christian Training Schools Atascadero | 11.2 mi | — |
| Coast Union High Cambria | 12.2 mi | 6.6 |
| 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 | 5.1 |
| Santa Lucia Middle Cambria | 12.3 mi | 6.5 |
| 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 | 6.6 |
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
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| GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beverly Hills, CA | 7.3 |
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| Lakeside Elementary Hanford, CA | 7.3 |
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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 ranks #2,889 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cayucos Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cayucos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Cayucos Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cayucos Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 0.6%
- Phone
- (805) 995-3694
Resources & Links
District
Cayucos Elementary- District Enrollment
- 180
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,754
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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