Very Good
#3517 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 37% in state
Fairgrove Elementary
Elementary School · Lucia Mar Unified
2101 The Pike, Grover Beach, CA 93433
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,517 of 9,539
In Grover Beach
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#7 of 19
Lucia Mar Unified
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Fairgrove Elementary
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About Fairgrove Elementary
Fairgrove Elementary is a public elementary school in Grover Beach, CA, part of Lucia Mar Unified. Fairgrove Elementary serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairgrove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,517 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Fairgrove Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Fairgrove Elementary — Students at Fairgrove Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.
How Fairgrove Elementary Compares
See how Fairgrove Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2101 The Pike, Grover Beach, CA 93433
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairgrove Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocean View Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Arroyo Grande), which scores notably higher. Another option is Los Ranchos Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby San Luis Obispo), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Shell Beach Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Pismo Beach), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Grover Beach, see our Grover Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oceano Elementary Oceano | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Harloe Elementary Arroyo Grande | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| DANDY LION MONTESSORI SCHOOL Grover Beach | 0.9 mi | — |
| Grover Beach Elementary Grover Beach | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Ocean View Elementary Arroyo Grande | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| ARROYO GRANDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arroyo Grande | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST PATRICKS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Arroyo Grande | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Arroyo Grande High Arroyo Grande | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Grover Heights Elementary Grover Beach | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Valley View Adventist School Arroyo Grande | 1.7 mi | — |
| VALLEY VIEW ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Arroyo Grande | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pismo Beach | 2.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Mesa Middle Arroyo Grande | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Paulding Middle Arroyo Grande | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Lopez Continuation High Arroyo Grande | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Pacific View Academy Arroyo Grande | 3.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Judkins Middle Pismo Beach | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Branch Elementary Arroyo Grande | 5.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Shell Beach Elementary Pismo Beach | 5.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Los Ranchos Elementary San Luis Obispo | 7.8 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93433 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,534
Median Home Value
$691,900
Median Rent
$1,921/mo
Population
12,684
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
18.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.7%
Median Age
40.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairgrove Elementary
What grades does Fairgrove Elementary serve?
Fairgrove Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Fairgrove Elementary?
Fairgrove Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairgrove Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairgrove Elementary is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fairgrove Elementary rank in CA?
Fairgrove Elementary ranks #3,517 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Fairgrove Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairgrove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Fairgrove Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fairgrove Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Fairgrove Elementary a charter school?
No, Fairgrove Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fairgrove Elementary a Title I school?
No, Fairgrove Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fairgrove Elementary?
65.9% of students at Fairgrove 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 369
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.0%
- Phone
- (805) 474-3740
Resources & Links
District
Lucia Mar Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,621
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,858
- District Rank
- #7 of 19
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