Very Good
#1809 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% in state
Los Ranchos Elementary
Elementary School · San Luis Coastal Unified
5785 Los Ranchos Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,809 of 9,539
In San Luis Obispo
#6 of 13
public schools
In district
#10 of 15
San Luis Coastal Unified
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Los Ranchos Elementary
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About Los Ranchos Elementary
Los Ranchos Elementary is a public elementary school in San Luis Obispo, CA, part of San Luis Coastal Unified. Los Ranchos Elementary serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Ranchos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,809 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Los Ranchos Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Los Ranchos Elementary runs 22.8:1 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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Los Ranchos Elementary — Students at Los Ranchos Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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 Los Ranchos Elementary Compares
See how Los Ranchos Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5785 Los Ranchos Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Ranchos Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is C L Smith Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sinsheimer Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Luis Obispo, see our San Luis Obispo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sinsheimer Elementary San Luis Obispo | 3.6 mi | 8.3 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 3.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Hawthorne Elementary San Luis Obispo | 4.1 mi | 8.6 |
| PEEP - PREPARE San Luis Obispo | 4.6 mi | — |
| San Luis Obispo High San Luis Obispo | 4.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Lindamood-Bell Academy San Luis Obispo | 4.8 mi | — |
| Pacific Beach High San Luis Obispo | 4.4 mi | 7.0 |
| MISSION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 4.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Mission College Preparatory Catholic High School San Luis Obispo | 5.0 mi | — |
| Old Mission School San Luis Obispo | 5.0 mi | — |
| Judkins Middle Pismo Beach | 5.3 mi | 7.1 |
| OLD MISSION SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 5.0 mi | 4.8 |
| C L Smith Elementary San Luis Obispo | 4.8 mi | 8.4 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pismo Beach | 5.7 mi | 4.6 |
| San Luis Obispo Classical Academy San Luis Obispo | 5.6 mi | — |
| Teach Elementary San Luis Obispo | 5.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Shell Beach Elementary Pismo Beach | 5.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Laguna Middle San Luis Obispo | 5.2 mi | 8.8 |
| ORFALEA FAMILY & ASI CHILDREN'S CENTER RM # 133 San Luis Obispo | 5.9 mi | — |
| Grover Heights Elementary Grover Beach | 6.3 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,386
Median Home Value
$943,500
Median Rent
$1,859/mo
Population
29,995
College Educated
56.8%
Homeownership
47.4%
Avg Commute
17 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
35.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ada S. Nelson Elementary Whittier, CA | 7.9 |
| Agnes M. Baptist Elementary Modesto, CA | 7.9 |
| Alianza Charter Watsonville, CA | 7.9 |
| Bagby Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.9 |
| Banyan Elementary Alta Loma, CA | 7.9 |
| Bel Aire Elementary Tiburon, CA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Ranchos Elementary
What grades does Los Ranchos Elementary serve?
Los Ranchos Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Los Ranchos Elementary?
Los Ranchos Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Ranchos Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Ranchos Elementary is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Ranchos Elementary rank in CA?
Los Ranchos Elementary ranks #1,809 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Los Ranchos Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Ranchos Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Ranchos Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Ranchos Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Los Ranchos Elementary a charter school?
No, Los Ranchos Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Ranchos Elementary a Title I school?
No, Los Ranchos Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Los Ranchos Elementary?
21.1% of students at Los Ranchos 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 502
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.5%
- Phone
- (805) 596-4075
Resources & Links
District
San Luis Coastal Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,577
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,117
- District Rank
- #10 of 15
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