For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 180 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 34%), 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 38% 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 (2025)
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 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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