For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 6,412 students in 93458, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93458, CA are Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School, Sanchez (David J.) Elementary School and Fairlawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 93458 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 93458, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93458, CA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
930 West Rancho Verde
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7680
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7680
Gr: K-6 | 869 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Sanchez (David J.) Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
804 West Liberty St.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-4625
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-4625
Gr: K-6 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Fairlawn Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
120 Mary Dr.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7500
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7500
Gr: K-6 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 West Sonya Ln.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-4530
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-4530
Gr: K-6 | 865 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
Bonita Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2715 West Main St.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-8290
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-8290
Gr: K-6 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #66.
Adam (William Laird) Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 West Windsor
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-6700
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-6700
Gr: K-6 | 874 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Oakley (Calvin C.) Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1120 West Harding St.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7620
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7620
Gr: K-6 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Bruce (Robert) Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 West Alvin Ave.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-6940
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-6940
Gr: K-6 | 1,050 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 93458, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93458, CA include Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School, Sanchez (David J.) Elementary School and Fairlawn Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 93458?
8 public elementary schools are located in 93458.
What is the racial composition of students in 93458?
93458 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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