For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,667 students in 93420, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 426 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 93420, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 93420, CA are Ocean View Elementary School, Branch Elementary School and Harloe Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93420 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93420, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93420, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ocean View Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1208 Linda Dr.
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3730
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3730
Gr: K-6 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Branch Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
970 School Rd.
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3720
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3720
Gr: K-6 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Harloe Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
901 Fair Oaks Ave.
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3710
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3710
Gr: K-6 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Paulding Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
600 Crown Hill St.
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3500
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3500
Gr: 7-8 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Arroyo Grande High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
495 Valley Rd.
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3200
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,012 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
Pacific View Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1065 Mesa View Dr.
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3580
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3580
Gr: K-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #77.
Mesa Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2555 Halcyon Rd.
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3400
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3400
Gr: 7-8 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #88.
Lopez Continuation High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1055 Mesa View Dr.
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3750
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3750
Gr: 10-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 93420, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 93420, CA include Ocean View Elementary School, Branch Elementary School and Harloe Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93420?
8 public schools are located in 93420.
What percentage of students in 93420 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 93420 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 93420?
93420 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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