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San Benito Elementary
Elementary School · Atascadero Unified
4300 San Benito Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher
27:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,794 of 9,539
In Atascadero
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 11
Atascadero Unified
Academic performance
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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San Benito Elementary
Elementary School in Atascadero · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About San Benito Elementary
San Benito Elementary is a public elementary school in Atascadero, CA, part of Atascadero Unified. San Benito Elementary serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27:1 student-teacher ratio. San Benito Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,794 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Benito Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
San Benito Elementary runs 27:1 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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San Benito Elementary — Students at San Benito Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 6.2/10.
How San Benito Elementary Compares
See how San Benito Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4300 San Benito Rd., Atascadero, CA 93422
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Benito Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monterey Road Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is San Gabriel Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Templeton Home (rated 6.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Templeton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Atascadero, see our Atascadero schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHILDRENS HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Atascadero | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Monterey Road Elementary Atascadero | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Fine Arts Academy Atascadero | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Atascadero Middle Atascadero | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| NORTH COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Atascadero | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ACTS Advanced Christian Training Schools Atascadero | 2.0 mi | — |
| Atascadero High Atascadero | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Templeton High Templeton | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Eagle Canyon High Templeton | 2.5 mi | — |
| Templeton Independent Study High Templeton | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Templeton Home Templeton | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Templeton Middle Templeton | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Templeton Elementary Templeton | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| SANTA LUCIA SCHOOL Templeton | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Templeton Hills Adventist School Templeton | 3.1 mi | — |
| TEMPLETON HILLS 7TH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Templeton | 3.1 mi | — |
| Santa Rosa Road Academic Academy Atascadero | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
| San Gabriel Elementary Atascadero | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Vineyard Elementary Templeton | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Vineyard Classical Academy Paso Robles | 4.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93422 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,916
Median Home Value
$692,100
Median Rent
$1,841/mo
Population
33,512
College Educated
31.1%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Albany Park Elementary Delano, CA | 5.8 |
| Arroyo Elementary Ontario, CA | 5.8 |
| BAIS CHAYA MUSHKA Los Angeles, CA | 5.8 |
| Bay Elementary San Lorenzo, CA | 5.8 |
| C. W. Dillard Elementary Wilton, CA | 5.8 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Piedmont, CA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Benito Elementary
What grades does San Benito Elementary serve?
San Benito Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend San Benito Elementary?
San Benito Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Benito Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at San Benito Elementary is 27:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Benito Elementary rank in CA?
San Benito Elementary ranks #5,794 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Benito Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
San Benito Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 San Benito Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Benito Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Benito Elementary a charter school?
No, San Benito Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Benito Elementary a Title I school?
No, San Benito Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Benito Elementary?
54.1% of students at San Benito 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
- 405
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.0%
- Phone
- (805) 462-4330
Resources & Links
District
Atascadero Unified- District Enrollment
- 4,338
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,963
- District Rank
- #7 of 11
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