For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,541 students in 93420, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 93420 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 93420, CA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93420, CA Public Elementary 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.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 93420, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 93420, CA include Ocean View Elementary School, Branch Elementary School and Harloe Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 93420?
4 public elementary schools are located in 93420.
What is the racial composition of students in 93420?
93420 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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