For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 58 students in 93920, CA.
The top-ranked public schools in 93920, CA are Pacific Valley (K-12) and Captain Cooper Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93920 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93920, CA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93920, CA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pacific Valley (K-12)
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
69325 Highway 1
Big Sur, CA 93920
(805) 927-4507
Big Sur, CA 93920
(805) 927-4507
Gr: K-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Captain Cooper Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Highway 1
Big Sur, CA 93920
(831) 667-2452
Big Sur, CA 93920
(831) 667-2452
Gr: K-5 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 93920, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 93920, CA include Pacific Valley (K-12) and Captain Cooper Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93920?
3 public schools are located in 93920.
What is the racial composition of students in 93920?
93920 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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