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Grover Heights Elementary

Elementary School · Lucia Mar Unified

770 North Eighth St., Grover Beach, CA 93433

Enrollment

301

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,260 of 9,539

In Grover Beach

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#15 of 19

Lucia Mar Unified

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Grover Heights Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary School in Grover Beach · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Grover Heights Elementary

Grover Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in Grover Beach, CA, part of Lucia Mar Unified. Grover Heights Elementary serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Grover Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,260 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Grover Heights Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-10.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,858
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Grover Heights Elementary — Students at Grover Heights Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 46.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 50.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
73%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
29.7%
ELA
39.9%
2024
Math
35.8%
ELA
45%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.4/10.

How Grover Heights Elementary Compares

See how Grover Heights Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in CA
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

770 North Eighth St., Grover Beach, CA 93433

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grover Heights 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, 6.3 miles away, in nearby San Luis Obispo), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shell Beach Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 4.0 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 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Grover Beach Elementary Grover Beach 0.7 mi 4.5
DANDY LION MONTESSORI SCHOOL Grover Beach 1.0 mi
COASTAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pismo Beach 1.0 mi 4.6
Ocean View Elementary Arroyo Grande 1.2 mi 8.6
Judkins Middle Pismo Beach 1.5 mi 7.1
Fairgrove Elementary Grover Beach 1.7 mi 7.0
Oceano Elementary Oceano 1.8 mi 6.8
ST PATRICKS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Arroyo Grande 1.6 mi 5.0
Harloe Elementary Arroyo Grande 1.9 mi 6.7
ARROYO GRANDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arroyo Grande 1.9 mi
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 2.4 mi 6.6
Paulding Middle Arroyo Grande 2.7 mi 7.5
Mesa Middle Arroyo Grande 4.2 mi 6.0
Shell Beach Elementary Pismo Beach 4.0 mi 7.6
Lopez Continuation High Arroyo Grande 4.6 mi 6.0
Pacific View Academy Arroyo Grande 4.7 mi 2.5
Los Ranchos Elementary San Luis Obispo 6.3 mi 7.9
Branch Elementary Arroyo Grande 5.3 mi 7.5

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 Heights Elementary

What grades does Grover Heights Elementary serve?

Grover Heights Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Grover Heights Elementary?

Grover Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grover Heights Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Grover Heights Elementary is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grover Heights Elementary rank in CA?

Grover Heights Elementary ranks #6,260 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Grover Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Grover Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Heights Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grover Heights Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Grover Heights Elementary a charter school?

No, Grover Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Grover Heights Elementary a Title I school?

No, Grover Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grover Heights Elementary?

63.5% of students at Grover Heights 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
San Luis Obispo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

District

Lucia Mar Unified
District Enrollment
9,621
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,858
District Rank
#15 of 19

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