Top 10 Best Paso Robles Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 7,252 students in Paso Robles, CA (there are 3 private schools, serving 382 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Paso Robles, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Paso Robles, CA are Kermit King Elementary School, Pat Butler Elementary School and Almond Acres Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paso Robles, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Paso Robles have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Paso Robles, CA (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kermit King Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
700 Schhouse Cir.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1700
Grades: K-5
| 417 students
Rank: #22.
Pat Butler Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
700 Nicklaus St.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1750
Grades: K-5
| 437 students
Rank: #33.
Almond Acres Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1145 Niblick Road
Paso Robles, CA 93446
(805) 221-8550
Grades: K-8
| 504 students
Rank: #44.
Independence High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
812 Niblick Rd.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1620
Grades: 9-12
| 124 students
Rank: #55.
Paso Robles Independent Study Center
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2405 Spring St.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1620
Grades: K-8
| 74 students
Rank: #66.
Daniel Lewis Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
900 Creston Rd.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1450
Grades: 6-8
| 698 students
Rank: #77.
Paso Robles High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
801 Niblick Rd.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1500
Grades: 9-12
| 2,154 students
Rank: #88.
Cappy Culver Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
11011 Heritage Ranch Loop Rd.
Paso Robles, CA 93446
(805) 227-1040
Grades: K-8
| 212 students
Rank: #99.
George H. Flamson Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2405 Spring St.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1400
Grades: 6-8
| 661 students
Rank: #1010.
Georgia Brown Dual Immersion Magnet Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
525 36th St.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1200
Grades: K-5
| 644 students
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Glen Speck Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
401 17th St.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1350
Grades: K-5
| 337 students
Rank: #11 - 1211. - 12.
Virginia Peterson Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2501 Beechwood Dr.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1250
Grades: K-5
| 396 students
Rank: #1313.
Winifred Pifer Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1350 Creston Rd.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1300
Grades: K-5
| 429 students
Rank: #1414.
Liberty High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
810 Niblick Rd.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 769-1600
Grades: 10-12
| 165 students
Rank: n/an/a
1626 Vine St.
Paso Robles, CA 93446
(805) 769-1800
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Paso Robles, California

Paso Robles, California Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
2545 Spring St
Paso Robles, CA 93446
(805) 769-1650
Grades: 7-12
| 5 students
P.o. Box 7010
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 237-3494
Grades: 4-6
| 3 students
4545 Airport Rd.
Paso Robles, CA 93447
(805) 227-2535
Grades: 8-12
| 164 students
504 28th St.
Paso Robles, CA 93446
(805) 769-1000
Grades: 7-11
| 15 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Paso Robles, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Paso Robles, CA include Kermit King Elementary School, Pat Butler Elementary School and Almond Acres Charter Academy.
How many public schools are located in Paso Robles, CA?
15 public schools are located in Paso Robles, CA.
What percentage of students in Paso Robles, CA go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Paso Robles, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Paso Robles, CA?
Paso Robles, CA public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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