Top Rankings
Lucia Mar Unified School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,750 students in Lucia Mar Unified School District. This district's average middle testing ranking is 9/10, which is in the top 20% of public middle schools in California.
Public Middle Schools in Lucia Mar Unified School District have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public middle school average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (CA)
# Schools
19 Schools
3,478 Schools
# Students
9,793 Students
1,875,212 Students
# Teachers
508 Teachers
87,766 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
District Rank
Lucia Mar Unified School District, which is ranked #252 of all 1,167 school districts in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-2021 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 90% has decreased from 93% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#1128 out of 1200 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
49%
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.59
0.64
# American Indian Students
27 Students
10,541 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
233 Students
199,355 Students
% Asian Students
2%
11%
# Hispanic Students
4,719 Students
1,021,136 Students
% Hispanic Students
48%
54%
# Black Students
54 Students
104,497 Students
% Black Students
1%
6%
# White Students
4,182 Students
425,910 Students
% White Students
43%
23%
# Hawaiian Students
12 Students
7,948 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
550 Students
103,260 Students
% of Two or more races Students
6%
5%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
-
-
# Students in K Grade:
741
83,361
# Students in 1st Grade:
630
74,656
# Students in 2nd Grade:
679
77,033
# Students in 3rd Grade:
666
77,239
# Students in 4th Grade:
695
80,324
# Students in 5th Grade:
699
86,020
# Students in 6th Grade:
749
291,274
# Students in 7th Grade:
717
434,675
# Students in 8th Grade:
766
455,560
# Students in 9th Grade:
860
55,052
# Students in 10th Grade:
843
52,041
# Students in 11th Grade:
833
51,590
# Students in 12th Grade:
915
56,387
# Ungraded Students:
-
-
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $14,866 in this school district is less than the state median of $19,806. The school district revenue/student has grown by 12% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $14,916 is less than the state median of $18,241. The school district spending/student has stayed relatively flat over four school years.
Total Revenue
$146 MM
$116,387 MM
Spending
$146 MM
$107,188 MM
Revenue / Student
$14,866
$19,806
Spending / Student
$14,916
$18,241
Best Lucia Mar Unified School District Public Middle Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mesa Middle School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2555 Halcyon Rd.
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3400
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3400
Grades: 7-8
| 458 students
Rank: #22.
Paulding Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 61% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 Crown Hill St.
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3500
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3500
Grades: 7-8
| 559 students
Rank: #33.
Judkins Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 63% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
680 Wadsworth St.
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
(805) 474-3600
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
(805) 474-3600
Grades: 7-8
| 431 students
Rank: n/an/a
Pacific View Academy
Alternative School
1065 Mesa View Dr.
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3580
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 474-3580
Grades: K-12
| 302 students
Recent Articles
Spanking in Public Schools: The Ongoing Debate
Indeed, there are still school districts today in America that allow teachers to spank students. Learn about the current spanking situation in schools and why the debate continues to heat up.
Understanding ADHD in Children: Signs, Diagnosis, and Support Strategies
This comprehensive article explores the complex nature of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, providing insights into its symptoms, diagnosis process, and effective support strategies. From recognizing early signs to navigating the diagnostic journey, parents will gain valuable knowledge to help their child thrive. Expert insights, real-life examples, and practical tips empower readers to create a supportive environment that meets the unique needs of children with ADHD.
March 04, 2024
Teaching in Contemporary TimesWe explore why individuals choose teaching, illuminating intrinsic motivations, the influence of role models, the pursuit of lifelong learning, and the aspiration to impact society.