For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,013 students in Atascadero, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 247 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Atascadero, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Atascadero, CA are Monterey Road Elementary School, Fine Arts Academy and San Gabriel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Atascadero, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Atascadero have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Atascadero, CA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-5
| 346 students
Rank: #22.
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
Grades: 4-8
| 164 students
Rank: #33.
San Gabriel Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 341 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 401 students
Rank: #55.
Atascadero Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6501 Lewis Ave.
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4360
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4360
Grades: 6-8
| 794 students
Rank: #66.
Atascadero Choices In Education (Ace)
Alternative School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10801 El Camino Real
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4350
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4350
Grades: K-12
| 317 students
Rank: #77.
Atascadero High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 High Sch Hill
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4300
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,224 students
Rank: #88.
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
Grades: K-5
| 376 students
Rank: #99.
Paloma Creek High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10801 El Camino Real
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4350
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4350
Grades: 9-12
| 50 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Atascadero, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Atascadero, CA include Monterey Road Elementary School, Fine Arts Academy and San Gabriel Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Atascadero, CA?
9 public schools are located in Atascadero, CA.
What percentage of students in Atascadero, CA go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Atascadero, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Atascadero, CA?
Atascadero, CA public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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