La Honda Elementary

La Honda Elementary earns an Exceptional composite score of 9.1 out of 10, placing it #163 among 9,533 public schools in California. That means it outperforms 98% of all public schools in the state — a result that carries real weight for families trying to cut through the noise and find where students actually learn and grow. Academic performance scores 8.4 out of 10, but the growth score is what sets this school apart.

At 9.4 out of 10, students here are making gains faster than nearly all of their California peers. That kind of consistent upward trajectory signals strong teaching, not just a favorable starting point or an easy demographic. La Honda serves 57 students in kindergarten through fifth grade at a 19-to-1 student-teacher ratio — a size that keeps instruction direct and personal.

Among 5,817 California elementary schools, it ranks #135. Within La Honda-Pescadero Unified, it holds the top spot out of three district schools. Small enrollment, top-tier standing, and a growth profile that keeps climbing — this is the kind of school the data surfaces when you look past name recognition.

With an enrollment of 57 students, La Honda Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, La Honda Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.