For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 185 students in Cayucos, CA.
The top-ranked public school in Cayucos, CA is Cayucos Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cayucos, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Cayucos have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Cayucos, CA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cayucos Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 Cayucos Dr.
Cayucos, CA 93430
(805) 995-3694
Cayucos, CA 93430
(805) 995-3694
Gr: K-8 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cayucos, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Cayucos, CA include Cayucos Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Cayucos?
1 public schools are located in Cayucos.
What is the racial composition of students in Cayucos?
Cayucos public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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