For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,803 students in Pacifica, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Pacifica, CA are Vallemar Elementary School, Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School and Ortega Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pacifica, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the California public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Pacifica have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Pacifica, CA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vallemar Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
377 Reina Del Mar Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6655
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6655
Grades: K-8
| 478 students
Rank: #22.
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1427 Palmetto Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Grades: 6-8
| 463 students
Rank: #33.
Ortega Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1283 Terra Nova Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6670
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6670
Grades: K-5
| 409 students
Rank: #44.
Ocean Shore Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
411 Oceana Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6650
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6650
Grades: K-8
| 414 students
Rank: #55.
Cabrillo Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 Crespi Dr.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6660
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6660
Grades: K-8
| 550 students
Rank: #66.
Pacifica Independent Home Study
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
830 Rosita Rd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6694
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6694
Grades: K-8
| 55 students
Rank: #77.
Sunset Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
340 Inverness Dr.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6687
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6687
Grades: K-5
| 434 students
Pacifica, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Buffum Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Magnet School
1427 Palmetto Ave
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Grades: 6-8
| 701 students
930 Oddstad Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6676
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6676
Grades: K-5
| 310 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Pacifica, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Pacifica, CA include Vallemar Elementary School, Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School and Ortega Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Pacifica, CA?
7 public elementary schools are located in Pacifica, CA.
What is the racial composition of students in Pacifica, CA?
Pacifica, CA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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