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Pacific Valley (k-12)
School · Big Sur Unified
69325 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Pacific Valley (k-12)
School in Big Sur · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pacific Valley (k-12)
Pacific Valley (k-12) is a public school in Big Sur, CA, part of Big Sur Unified. Pacific Valley (k-12) serves approximately 17 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Pacific Valley (k-12) show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2019) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2019). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 17 students, Pacific Valley (k-12) is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.2:1 students to teachers, Pacific Valley (k-12) sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pacific Valley (k-12) 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 17 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Address
- 69325 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
- Website
- bigsurunified.org
- Phone
- (805) 927-4507
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
69325 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pacific Valley (k-12) may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mary Chapa Academy (rated 7.5/10, 30.6 miles away, in nearby Greenfield). Another option is San Lucas Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 29.0 miles away, in nearby San Lucas). Additionally, King City High (rated 6.9/10, 27.3 miles away, in nearby King City). For more schools in Big Sur, see our Big Sur schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 32.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Antonio Elementary Lockwood | 21.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Pinnacle Coastal Valley High King City | 27.3 mi | 2.3 |
| Portola-Butler Continuation High King City | 27.3 mi | 4.5 |
| King City High King City | 27.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Del Rey Elementary King City | 27.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Santa Lucia Elementary King City | 27.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Chalone Peaks Middle King City | 27.8 mi | 5.9 |
| King City Arts Magnet King City | 27.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Oak Avenue Elementary Greenfield | 29.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Vista Verde Middle Greenfield | 29.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HILLSVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMIC SCHOOL King City | 27.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Arroyo Seco Academy Greenfield | 29.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Greenfield High Greenfield | 30.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Mary Chapa Academy Greenfield | 30.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Greenfield | 31.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Mission Elementary Soledad | 33.0 mi | 4.9 |
| San Lucas Elementary San Lucas | 29.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Captain Cooper Elementary Big Sur | 31.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Spectrum Central Coast Cambria | 32.8 mi | — |
| Leffingwell High (Continuation) Cambria | 32.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93920 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,540
Median Home Value
$1,803,800
Median Rent
$1,085/mo
Population
1,564
College Educated
37.4%
Homeownership
37.5%
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pacific Valley (k-12)
What grades does Pacific Valley (k-12) serve?
Pacific Valley (k-12) serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Pacific Valley (k-12)?
Pacific Valley (k-12) has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pacific Valley (k-12)?
The student-teacher ratio at Pacific Valley (k-12) is 4.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Pacific Valley (k-12)?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pacific Valley (k-12) has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2019) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2019).
Is Pacific Valley (k-12) a charter school?
No, Pacific Valley (k-12) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pacific Valley (k-12) a Title I school?
No, Pacific Valley (k-12) is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pacific Valley (k-12)?
82.4% of students at Pacific Valley (k-12) 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 17
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.9%
- Phone
- (805) 927-4507
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