For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,958 students in Atascadero, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 318 private students). 93% 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Atascadero, CA (2025)
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
| 384 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
| 221 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
| 359 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
| 405 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
| 855 students
Rank: #66.
Atascadero Choices In Education Academy (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: 9-12
| 166 students
Rank: #77.
Atascadero High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 High School Hill
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4300
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,114 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
| 370 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
| 84 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?
9 public schools are located in Atascadero.
What percentage of students in Atascadero go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Atascadero are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Atascadero?
Atascadero public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Atascadero are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Atascadero include: Atascadero Middle School vs. Fine Arts Academy, Fine Arts Academy vs. Atascadero Middle School, San Benito Elementary School vs. Monterey Road Elementary School
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