For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,605 students in Atascadero, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Atascadero, CA are Monterey Road Elementary School, San Gabriel Elementary School and Fine Arts Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Atascadero, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Atascadero have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Atascadero, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monterey Road Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3355 Monterey Rd.
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4270
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4270
Gr: K-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
San Gabriel Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8500 San Gabriel Rd.
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4340
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4340
Gr: K-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Fine Arts Academy
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6100 Olmeda Ave.
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 460-2500
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 460-2500
Gr: 4-8 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
San Benito Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4300 San Benito Rd.
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4330
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4330
Gr: K-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Atascadero Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6501 Lewis Ave.
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4360
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4360
Gr: 6-8 | 845 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #66.
Santa Rosa Road Academic Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8655 Santa Rosa Rd.
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4290
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4290
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Atascadero, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Atascadero, CA include Monterey Road Elementary School, San Gabriel Elementary School and Fine Arts Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in Atascadero?
6 public elementary schools are located in Atascadero.
What is the racial composition of students in Atascadero?
Atascadero public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Atascadero are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Atascadero include: Atascadero Middle School vs. Fine Arts Academy, Fine Arts Academy vs. Atascadero Middle School, San Benito Elementary School vs. Monterey Road Elementary School
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