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#3967 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 42% in state
Joe Nightingale Elementary
Elementary School · Orcutt Union Elementary
500 Dyer St., Orcutt, CA 93455
Enrollment
684
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
684
Student-Teacher
27.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,967 of 9,539
In Orcutt
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
Orcutt Union Elementary
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Joe Nightingale Elementary
Joe Nightingale Elementary is a public elementary school in Orcutt, CA, part of Orcutt Union Elementary. Joe Nightingale Elementary serves approximately 684 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 27.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Joe Nightingale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,967 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Joe Nightingale Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Joe Nightingale Elementary runs 27.4:1 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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Joe Nightingale Elementary — Students at Joe Nightingale Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 7.5/10.
How Joe Nightingale Elementary Compares
See how Joe Nightingale Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 Dyer St., Orcutt, CA 93455
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joe Nightingale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jimenez Roberto and Dr. Francisco Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Santa Maria), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bill Libbon Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Maria), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Orcutt School for Independent Study (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Orcutt, see our Orcutt schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeview Junior High Orcutt | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Maria | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| PACIFIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Maria | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Alice Shaw Elementary Orcutt | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Ernest Righetti High Santa Maria | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Santa Maria | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Jimenez Roberto and Dr. Francisco Elementary Santa Maria | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Patterson Road Elementary Orcutt | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Bill Libbon Elementary Santa Maria | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Delta High Santa Maria | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Battles (Washington) Elementary Santa Maria | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Trivium Charter Lompoc | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Ralph Dunlap Elementary Orcutt | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Orcutt School for Independent Study Orcutt | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Liberty Elementary Santa Maria | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Family Partnership Charter Santa Maria | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Orcutt Junior High Orcutt | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Orcutt Academy Charter Orcutt | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Olive Grove Charter - Orcutt/Santa Maria Santa Maria | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Adam (William Laird) Elementary Santa Maria | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,501
Median Home Value
$572,700
Median Rent
$2,267/mo
Population
44,350
College Educated
31.6%
Homeownership
77.8%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joe Nightingale Elementary
What grades does Joe Nightingale Elementary serve?
Joe Nightingale Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Joe Nightingale Elementary?
Joe Nightingale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 684 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joe Nightingale Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Joe Nightingale Elementary is 27.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joe Nightingale Elementary rank in CA?
Joe Nightingale Elementary ranks #3,967 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Joe Nightingale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Joe Nightingale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Joe Nightingale Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joe Nightingale Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Joe Nightingale Elementary a charter school?
No, Joe Nightingale Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joe Nightingale Elementary a Title I school?
No, Joe Nightingale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joe Nightingale Elementary?
52.9% of students at Joe Nightingale 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
- 684
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.6%
- Phone
- (805) 938-8650
Resources & Links
District
Orcutt Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,764
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,143
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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