Below Average
#8329 of 9,539 schools in CA
Santa Lucia Elementary
Elementary School · King City Union
502 Collins St., King City, CA 93930
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,329 of 9,539
In King City
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
King City Union
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Santa Lucia Elementary
Elementary School in King City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Santa Lucia Elementary
Santa Lucia Elementary is a public elementary school in King City, CA, part of King City Union. Santa Lucia Elementary serves approximately 635 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Lucia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #8,329 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Lucia Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Santa Lucia Elementary runs 24.4:1 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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Santa Lucia Elementary — Students at Santa Lucia Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.9%
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: 3.6/10.
How Santa Lucia Elementary Compares
See how Santa Lucia Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
502 Collins St., King City, CA 93930
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Lucia Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary Chapa Academy (rated 7.5/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is San Lucas Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby San Lucas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arroyo Seco Academy (rated 6.6/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in King City, see our King City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Del Rey Elementary King City | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| King City High King City | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Portola-Butler Continuation High King City | 0.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Pinnacle Coastal Valley High King City | 0.4 mi | 2.3 |
| HILLSVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMIC SCHOOL King City | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| King City Arts Magnet King City | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Chalone Peaks Middle King City | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| San Lucas Elementary San Lucas | 8.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Greenfield High Greenfield | 9.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Vista Verde Middle Greenfield | 9.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Greenfield | 9.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Oak Avenue Elementary Greenfield | 9.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Mary Chapa Academy Greenfield | 10.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Arroyo Seco Academy Greenfield | 10.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Bitterwater-Tully Elementary King City | 13.5 mi | — |
| San Antonio Elementary Lockwood | 18.9 mi | 3.5 |
| San Vicente Elementary Soledad | 17.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Gabilan Elementary Soledad | 18.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Jack Franscioni Elementary Soledad | 18.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Soledad Transition Center Soledad | 18.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93930 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,555
Median Home Value
$404,000
Median Rent
$1,537/mo
Population
17,124
College Educated
15.4%
Homeownership
53.3%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
30.2
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| Alpine Elementary Littlerock, CA | 4.2 |
| Amy B. Seibert Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 4.2 |
| Bahia Vista Elementary San Rafael, CA | 4.2 |
| Bay View Academy Monterey, CA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Lucia Elementary
What grades does Santa Lucia Elementary serve?
Santa Lucia Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Santa Lucia Elementary?
Santa Lucia Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 635 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Lucia Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Lucia Elementary is 24.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Lucia Elementary rank in CA?
Santa Lucia Elementary ranks #8,329 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Santa Lucia Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Lucia Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Santa Lucia Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Lucia Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Santa Lucia Elementary a charter school?
No, Santa Lucia Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Lucia Elementary a Title I school?
No, Santa Lucia Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Lucia Elementary?
89.9% of students at Santa Lucia 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
- 635
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.4%
- Phone
- (831) 385-3246
Resources & Links
District
King City Union- District Enrollment
- 2,552
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,155
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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