Excellent
#418 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
Monarch Grove Elementary
Elementary School · San Luis Coastal Unified
348 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos, CA 93402
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#418 of 9,539
In Los Osos
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 15
San Luis Coastal Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Monarch Grove Elementary
Monarch Grove Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Osos, CA, part of San Luis Coastal Unified. Monarch Grove Elementary serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Monarch Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #418 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Monarch Grove Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Monarch Grove Elementary runs 22.5:1 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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Monarch Grove Elementary — Students at Monarch Grove Elementary score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.4%
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
→ 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: 9.3/10.
How Monarch Grove Elementary Compares
See how Monarch Grove Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
348 Los Osos Valley Rd., Los Osos, CA 93402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monarch Grove Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. C L Smith Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby San Luis Obispo), with a comparable rating. Another option is Del Mar Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Morro Bay), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Baywood Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Osos, see our Los Osos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WISHING WELL SCHOOL Los Osos | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Central Coast Waldorf Los Osos | 0.8 mi | — |
| Baywood Elementary Los Osos | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Los Osos Middle Los Osos | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Morro Bay High Morro Bay | 4.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Del Mar Elementary Morro Bay | 5.8 mi | 8.2 |
| San Luis County Special Education San Luis Obispo | 6.1 mi | — |
| San Luis Obispo County Community San Luis Obispo | 6.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Grizzly ChalleNGe Charter San Luis Obispo | 6.8 mi | 6.6 |
| San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Court San Luis Obispo | 7.3 mi | — |
| CHRIST CLASSICAL SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 8.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Cayucos Elementary Cayucos | 10.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Laguna Middle San Luis Obispo | 9.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Bishop's Peak Elementary San Luis Obispo | 9.3 mi | 7.2 |
| C L Smith Elementary San Luis Obispo | 9.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Pacific Beach High San Luis Obispo | 10.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Pacheco Elementary San Luis Obispo | 9.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter San Luis Obispo | 11.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Lindamood-Bell Academy San Luis Obispo | 10.4 mi | — |
| OLD MISSION SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 10.5 mi | 4.8 |
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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| Adams Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 8.9 |
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| Birney Elementary Redondo Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| Blue Hills Elementary Saratoga, CA | 8.9 |
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| Christa McAuliffe Saratoga, CA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monarch Grove Elementary
What grades does Monarch Grove Elementary serve?
Monarch Grove Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Monarch Grove Elementary?
Monarch Grove Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monarch Grove Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Monarch Grove Elementary is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Monarch Grove Elementary rank in CA?
Monarch Grove Elementary ranks #418 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Monarch Grove Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Monarch Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Monarch Grove Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Monarch Grove Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Monarch Grove Elementary a charter school?
No, Monarch Grove Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Monarch Grove Elementary a Title I school?
No, Monarch Grove Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monarch Grove Elementary?
45.4% of students at Monarch Grove 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 337
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.0%
- Phone
- (805) 534-2844
Resources & Links
District
San Luis Coastal Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,577
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,117
- District Rank
- #1 of 15
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