Serving 185 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cayucos Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cayucos Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cayucos Elementary School's student population of 185 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
185 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Where every student is welcomed, challenged, and inspired!
School Rankings
Cayucos Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cayucos Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1216 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
Hispanic
28%
56%
White
63%
20%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cayucos Elementary School's ranking?
Cayucos Elementary School is ranked #1216 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cayucos Elementary School often compared to?
Cayucos Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Del Mar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cayucos Elementary School?
185 students attend Cayucos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Cayucos Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cayucos Elementary School?
Cayucos Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cayucos Elementary School offer ?
Cayucos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cayucos Elementary School part of?
Cayucos Elementary School is part of Cayucos Elementary School District.
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