Excellent
#1307 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 14% in state
Teach Elementary
Middle School · San Luis Coastal Unified
165 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
28:1
Score
8.2
Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
28:1
Score
8.2
Grades
4th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,307 of 9,539
In San Luis Obispo
#5 of 13
public schools
In district
#7 of 15
San Luis Coastal Unified
Equity
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Teach Elementary
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About Teach Elementary
Teach Elementary is a public middle school in San Luis Obispo, CA, part of San Luis Coastal Unified. Teach Elementary serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 28:1 student-teacher ratio. Teach Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,307 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Teach Elementary show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 168 students, Teach Elementary 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.
Teach Elementary runs 28:1 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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Teach Elementary — Students at Teach Elementary score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 8.6/10.
How Teach Elementary Compares
See how Teach Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
165 Grand Ave., San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Teach Elementary may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Laguna Middle (rated 8.8/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hawthorne Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, C L Smith Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Luis Obispo, see our San Luis Obispo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Luis Obispo Classical Academy San Luis Obispo | 0.0 mi | — |
| ORFALEA FAMILY & ASI CHILDREN'S CENTER RM # 133 San Luis Obispo | 0.5 mi | — |
| San Luis Obispo High San Luis Obispo | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| PEEP - PREPARE San Luis Obispo | 1.0 mi | — |
| Old Mission School San Luis Obispo | 1.2 mi | — |
| OLD MISSION SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| 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 |
| Pacheco Elementary San Luis Obispo | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Lindamood-Bell Academy San Luis Obispo | 1.6 mi | — |
| Hawthorne Elementary San Luis Obispo | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Sinsheimer Elementary San Luis Obispo | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Bishop's Peak Elementary San Luis Obispo | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| C L Smith Elementary San Luis Obispo | 3.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Laguna Middle San Luis Obispo | 3.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Pacific Beach High San Luis Obispo | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| CHRIST CLASSICAL SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL San Luis Obispo | 3.9 mi | 4.9 |
| San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Court San Luis Obispo | 4.0 mi | — |
| Grizzly ChalleNGe Charter San Luis Obispo | 4.7 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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Union Hill Middle Grass Valley, CA | 8.2 |
| Accelerated Achievement Academy Hollister, CA | 8.1 |
| PUC Inspire Charter Academy Burbank, CA | 8.1 |
| Petaluma Accelerated Charter Petaluma, CA | 8.1 |
| Brook Haven Middle Sebastopol, CA | 8.3 |
| Avery Middle Avery, CA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Teach Elementary
What grades does Teach Elementary serve?
Teach Elementary serves students in grades 4th through 6th.
How many students attend Teach Elementary?
Teach Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Teach Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Teach Elementary is 28:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Teach Elementary rank in CA?
Teach Elementary ranks #1,307 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Teach Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Teach Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Teach Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Teach Elementary has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Teach Elementary a charter school?
No, Teach Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Teach Elementary a Title I school?
No, Teach Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Teach Elementary?
23.8% of students at Teach 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
- 4th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 168
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.7%
- Phone
- (805) 596-4100
Resources & Links
District
San Luis Coastal Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,577
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,117
- District Rank
- #7 of 15
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