Serving 261 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Branch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Branch Elementary serves the northern part of Arroyo Grande, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 141.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Branch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Branch Elementary School's student population of 261 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Branch 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 Branch Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1314 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
60%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Branch Elementary School's ranking?
Branch Elementary School is ranked #1314 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Branch Elementary School often compared to?
Branch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Branch Elementary School?
261 students attend Branch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Branch Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Branch Elementary School?
Branch Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Branch Elementary School offer ?
Branch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Branch Elementary School part of?
Branch Elementary School is part of Lucia Mar Unified School District.
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