Very Good
#2576 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Pine Grove Elementary
Elementary School · Orcutt Union Elementary
500 Dyer St., Orcutt, CA 93455
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,576 of 9,539
In Orcutt
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 10
Orcutt Union Elementary
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Pine Grove Elementary
Elementary School in Orcutt · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pine Grove Elementary
Pine Grove Elementary is a public elementary school in Orcutt, CA, part of Orcutt Union Elementary. Pine Grove Elementary serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,576 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Pine Grove Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Pine Grove Elementary runs 24.9:1 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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Pine Grove Elementary — Students at Pine Grove Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Pine Grove Elementary Compares
See how Pine Grove Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 Dyer St., Orcutt, CA 93455
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pine Grove Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bill Libbon Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Santa Maria), with a very similar rating. Another option is Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Maria), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Orcutt School for Independent Study (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Orcutt, see our Orcutt schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Olive Grove Charter - Orcutt/Santa Maria Santa Maria | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| ST LOUIS DE MONTFORT Santa Maria | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| St. Louis de Montfort Elementary Santa Maria | 0.6 mi | — |
| Family Partnership Charter Santa Maria | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Ralph Dunlap Elementary Orcutt | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Orcutt School for Independent Study Orcutt | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Patterson Road Elementary Orcutt | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Delta High Santa Maria | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Orcutt Academy Charter Orcutt | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Orcutt Junior High Orcutt | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Santa Maria | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Ernest Righetti High Santa Maria | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Alice Shaw Elementary Orcutt | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Lakeview Junior High Orcutt | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| PACIFIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Maria | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Joe Nightingale Elementary Orcutt | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Santa Maria | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Bill Libbon Elementary Santa Maria | 5.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Arellanes Junior High Santa Maria | 4.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary Santa Maria | 4.5 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,501
Median Home Value
$572,700
Median Rent
$2,267/mo
Population
44,350
College Educated
31.6%
Homeownership
77.8%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
39.1
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|---|---|
| Alpine Vista Tulare, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista, CA | 7.5 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach, CA | 7.5 |
| Blanche Sprentz Elementary Folsom, CA | 7.5 |
| Brandon Elementary Goleta, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pine Grove Elementary
What grades does Pine Grove Elementary serve?
Pine Grove Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Pine Grove Elementary?
Pine Grove Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Grove Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pine Grove Elementary is 24.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pine Grove Elementary rank in CA?
Pine Grove Elementary ranks #2,576 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Pine Grove Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pine Grove Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Pine Grove Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Grove Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pine Grove Elementary a charter school?
No, Pine Grove Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pine Grove Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pine Grove Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pine Grove Elementary?
44.4% of students at Pine 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 547
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.3%
- Phone
- (805) 938-8800
Resources & Links
District
Orcutt Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,764
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,143
- District Rank
- #1 of 10
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