Best Atascadero Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,076 students in Atascadero, CA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Atascadero, CA are Fine Arts Academy and Atascadero Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Atascadero, CA public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in Atascadero have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Middle Schools in Atascadero, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fine Arts Academy
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6100 Olmeda Ave.
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 460-2500
Gr: 4-8 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Atascadero Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6501 Lewis Ave.
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4360
Gr: 6-8 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Atascadero, CA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Atascadero, CA include Fine Arts Academy and Atascadero Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Atascadero?
2 public middle schools are located in Atascadero.
What is the racial composition of students in Atascadero?
Atascadero public middle schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Which public middle schools in Atascadero are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Atascadero include: Atascadero Middle School vs. Fine Arts Academy, Fine Arts Academy vs. Atascadero Middle School

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