For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 517 students in 93451, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 93451, CA are Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Parkfield Elementary School and Lillian Larsen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93451 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93451, CA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93451, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2025 Ranchita Canyon Rd.
San Miguel, CA 93451
(805) 467-3453
San Miguel, CA 93451
(805) 467-3453
Gr: K-6 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Parkfield Elementary School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
70585 Parkfield Coalinga Rd.
San Miguel, CA 93451
(805) 463-2331
San Miguel, CA 93451
(805) 463-2331
Gr: K-6 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Lillian Larsen Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1601 L St.
San Miguel, CA 93451
(805) 467-3216
San Miguel, CA 93451
(805) 467-3216
Gr: K-8 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 93451, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 93451, CA include Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Parkfield Elementary School and Lillian Larsen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93451?
3 public schools are located in 93451.
What is the racial composition of students in 93451?
93451 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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