Best San Miguel Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 517 students in San Miguel, CA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in San Miguel, CA are Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Parkfield Elementary School and Lillian Larsen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
San Miguel, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in San Miguel have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in San Miguel, CA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2025 Ranchita Canyon Rd.
San Miguel, CA 93451
(805) 467-3453
Gr: K-6 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Parkfield Elementary School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
70585 Parkfield Coalinga Rd.
San Miguel, CA 93451
(805) 463-2331
Gr: K-6 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Lillian Larsen Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1601 L St.
San Miguel, CA 93451
(805) 467-3216
Gr: K-8 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in San Miguel, CA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in San Miguel, CA include Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Parkfield Elementary School and Lillian Larsen Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in San Miguel?
3 public elementary schools are located in San Miguel.
What is the racial composition of students in San Miguel?
San Miguel public elementary schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public elementary schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Recent Articles

What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
Discover how rising e-bike use and increasing traffic are changing school commutes, and what parents should evaluate before choosing a public school.
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
Learn how to evaluate a public school's safety beyond lockdown drills, including school climate, emergency planning, mental health support, and communication.
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
Learn how to evaluate a public school's special education capacity before enrolling your child, from staffing and IEP implementation to inclusion and support services.

Quick Links