For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 797 students in 93449, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 351 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 93449, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 93449, CA are Shell Beach Elementary School and Judkins Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93449 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93449, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93449, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shell Beach Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2100 Shell Beach Rd.
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
(805) 474-3760
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
(805) 474-3760
Grades: K-6
| 347 students
Rank: #22.
Judkins Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 55%)
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
| 450 students
93449, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
200 Foothill Rd.
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
(805) 709-8015
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
(805) 709-8015
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 93449, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 93449, CA include Shell Beach Elementary School and Judkins Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 93449?
2 public schools are located in 93449.
What percentage of students in 93449 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 93449 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 93449?
93449 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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