For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 761 students in 93449, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 351 private students). 68% 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 42% (versus the California public school average of 35%), 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93449, CA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shell Beach Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | 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
Gr: K-6 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Judkins Middle School
(Math: 36% | 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
Gr: 7-8 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
93449, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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?
68% 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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