Excellent
#532 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
Los Osos Middle
Middle School · San Luis Coastal Unified
1555 El Moro St., Los Osos, CA 93402
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
8.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
8.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#532 of 9,539
In Los Osos
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 15
San Luis Coastal Unified
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Los Osos Middle
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About Los Osos Middle
Los Osos Middle is a public middle school in Los Osos, CA, part of San Luis Coastal Unified. Los Osos Middle serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Osos Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #532 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Los Osos Middle show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Los Osos Middle sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
32% of students at Los Osos Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Los Osos Middle — Students at Los Osos Middle score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 9.1/10.
How Los Osos Middle Compares
See how Los Osos Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1555 El Moro St., Los Osos, CA 93402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Osos Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Monarch Grove Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Laguna Middle (rated 8.8/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby San Luis Obispo), with a very similar rating. Additionally, C L Smith Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby San Luis Obispo), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Osos, see our Los Osos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Baywood Elementary Los Osos | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Central Coast Waldorf Los Osos | 1.4 mi | — |
| WISHING WELL SCHOOL Los Osos | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Monarch Grove Elementary Los Osos | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Morro Bay High Morro Bay | 4.6 mi | 7.9 |
| San Luis County Special Education San Luis Obispo | 4.4 mi | — |
| Del Mar Elementary Morro Bay | 5.4 mi | 8.2 |
| San Luis Obispo County Community San Luis Obispo | 4.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Grizzly ChalleNGe Charter San Luis Obispo | 5.1 mi | 6.6 |
| San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Court San Luis Obispo | 5.7 mi | — |
| CHRIST CLASSICAL SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 6.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Bishop's Peak Elementary San Luis Obispo | 7.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Laguna Middle San Luis Obispo | 8.1 mi | 8.8 |
| C L Smith Elementary San Luis Obispo | 8.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Pacheco Elementary San Luis Obispo | 8.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Pacific Beach High San Luis Obispo | 8.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Cayucos Elementary Cayucos | 10.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Lindamood-Bell Academy San Luis Obispo | 9.1 mi | — |
| OLD MISSION SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 9.1 mi | 4.8 |
| ORFALEA FAMILY & ASI CHILDREN'S CENTER RM # 133 San Luis Obispo | 9.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,839
Median Home Value
$729,200
Median Rent
$1,909/mo
Population
15,085
College Educated
50.1%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
47.4
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|---|---|
| De Portola Middle San Diego, CA | 8.8 |
| Joaquin Moraga Intermediate Moraga, CA | 8.8 |
| Lakeside Middle Norwalk, CA | 8.8 |
| Thurston Middle Laguna Beach, CA | 8.8 |
| Vista del Mar Middle San Clemente, CA | 8.8 |
| Animo Ellen Ochoa Charter Middle Los Angeles, CA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Osos Middle
What grades does Los Osos Middle serve?
Los Osos Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Los Osos Middle?
Los Osos Middle has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Osos Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Osos Middle is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Osos Middle rank in CA?
Los Osos Middle ranks #532 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Los Osos Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Osos Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Los Osos Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Osos Middle has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Los Osos Middle a charter school?
No, Los Osos Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Osos Middle a Title I school?
No, Los Osos Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Osos Middle?
55.3% of students at Los Osos Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 486
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (805) 534-2835
Resources & Links
District
San Luis Coastal Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,577
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,117
- District Rank
- #3 of 15
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