Very Good
#2814 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 30% in state
Pacheco Elementary
Elementary School · San Luis Coastal Unified
261 Cuesta Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,814 of 9,539
In San Luis Obispo
#8 of 13
public schools
In district
#13 of 15
San Luis Coastal Unified
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Pacheco Elementary
Pacheco Elementary is a public elementary school in San Luis Obispo, CA, part of San Luis Coastal Unified. Pacheco Elementary serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pacheco Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,814 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Pacheco Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Pacheco Elementary runs 24.2:1 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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Pacheco Elementary — Students at Pacheco Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.8%
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: 7.3/10.
How Pacheco Elementary Compares
See how Pacheco Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
261 Cuesta Dr., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pacheco Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is C L Smith Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sinsheimer Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Luis Obispo, see our San Luis Obispo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop's Peak Elementary San Luis Obispo | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ORFALEA FAMILY & ASI CHILDREN'S CENTER RM # 133 San Luis Obispo | 0.7 mi | — |
| OLD MISSION SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Old Mission School San Luis Obispo | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mission College Preparatory Catholic High School San Luis Obispo | 1.2 mi | — |
| MISSION COLLEGE PREP HIGH SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Teach Elementary San Luis Obispo | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| San Luis Obispo Classical Academy San Luis Obispo | 1.2 mi | — |
| Lindamood-Bell Academy San Luis Obispo | 1.5 mi | — |
| San Luis Obispo High San Luis Obispo | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| PEEP - PREPARE San Luis Obispo | 1.8 mi | — |
| Hawthorne Elementary San Luis Obispo | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| CHRIST CLASSICAL SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| C L Smith Elementary San Luis Obispo | 2.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Laguna Middle San Luis Obispo | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Sinsheimer Elementary San Luis Obispo | 2.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Pacific Beach High San Luis Obispo | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Court San Luis Obispo | 3.0 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 3.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Grizzly ChalleNGe Charter San Luis Obispo | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,481
Median Home Value
$897,800
Median Rent
$1,936/mo
Population
23,856
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
32.7%
Avg Commute
13.6 min
Poverty Rate
44.5%
Median Age
22.7
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|---|---|
| Akers Elementary Lemoore, CA | 7.4 |
| Alisal Community Salinas, CA | 7.4 |
| Allen (Ella B.) Elementary Bonita, CA | 7.4 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II Oakland, CA | 7.4 |
| Anderson Elementary Compton, CA | 7.4 |
| BLACK PINE CIRCLE SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pacheco Elementary
What grades does Pacheco Elementary serve?
Pacheco Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Pacheco Elementary?
Pacheco Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pacheco Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pacheco Elementary is 24.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pacheco Elementary rank in CA?
Pacheco Elementary ranks #2,814 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Pacheco Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pacheco Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Pacheco Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pacheco Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pacheco Elementary a charter school?
No, Pacheco Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pacheco Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pacheco Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pacheco Elementary?
38.8% of students at Pacheco 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
- 485
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.5%
- Phone
- (805) 596-4081
Resources & Links
District
San Luis Coastal Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,577
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,117
- District Rank
- #13 of 15
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