Serving 365 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Fairgrove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fairgrove Elementary serves the west part of Grover Beach, CA, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fairgrove Elementary School's student population of 365 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
365 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Fairgrove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairgrove Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3525 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
58%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairgrove Elementary School's ranking?
Fairgrove Elementary School is ranked #3525 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Fairgrove Elementary School often compared to?
Fairgrove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oceano Elementary School, Grover Beach Elementary School, Grover Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Fairgrove Elementary School?
365 students attend Fairgrove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Fairgrove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairgrove Elementary School?
Fairgrove Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Fairgrove Elementary School offer ?
Fairgrove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Fairgrove Elementary School part of?
Fairgrove Elementary School is part of Lucia Mar Unified School District.
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