Below Average
#7972 of 9,539 schools in CA
Grover Beach Elementary
Elementary School · Lucia Mar Unified
365 South 10th St., Grover Beach, CA 93433
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
21.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,972 of 9,539
In Grover Beach
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#17 of 19
Lucia Mar Unified
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About Grover Beach Elementary
Grover Beach Elementary is a public elementary school in Grover Beach, CA, part of Lucia Mar Unified. Grover Beach Elementary serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Grover Beach Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,972 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Grover Beach Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Grover Beach Elementary runs 21.2:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Grover Beach Elementary — Students at Grover Beach Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.1%
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: 3.7/10.
How Grover Beach Elementary Compares
See how Grover Beach 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
365 South 10th St., Grover Beach, CA 93433
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grover Beach Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocean View Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Arroyo Grande), which scores notably higher. Another option is Los Ranchos Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby San Luis Obispo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shell Beach Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Pismo Beach), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grover Beach, see our Grover Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DANDY LION MONTESSORI SCHOOL Grover Beach | 0.3 mi | — |
| Grover Heights Elementary Grover Beach | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Oceano Elementary Oceano | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Fairgrove Elementary Grover Beach | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Ocean View Elementary Arroyo Grande | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pismo Beach | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Harloe Elementary Arroyo Grande | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ST PATRICKS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Arroyo Grande | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ARROYO GRANDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arroyo Grande | 1.7 mi | — |
| Judkins Middle Pismo Beach | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Valley View Adventist School Arroyo Grande | 2.0 mi | — |
| VALLEY VIEW ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Arroyo Grande | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Arroyo Grande High Arroyo Grande | 2.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Paulding Middle Arroyo Grande | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Mesa Middle Arroyo Grande | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Lopez Continuation High Arroyo Grande | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Pacific View Academy Arroyo Grande | 4.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Shell Beach Elementary Pismo Beach | 4.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Branch Elementary Arroyo Grande | 5.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Los Ranchos Elementary San Luis Obispo | 7.0 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 Grover Beach Elementary
What grades does Grover Beach Elementary serve?
Grover Beach Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Grover Beach Elementary?
Grover Beach Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grover Beach Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Grover Beach Elementary is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grover Beach Elementary rank in CA?
Grover Beach Elementary ranks #7,972 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Grover Beach Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Grover Beach Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Grover Beach Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grover Beach Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Grover Beach Elementary a charter school?
No, Grover Beach Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grover Beach Elementary a Title I school?
No, Grover Beach Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grover Beach Elementary?
78.1% of students at Grover Beach 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
- 402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.1%
- Phone
- (805) 474-3770
Resources & Links
District
Lucia Mar Unified- District Enrollment
- 9,621
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,858
- District Rank
- #17 of 19
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