Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Nipomo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nipomo Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Nipomo, CA, covering an area of approximately 132.5 square miles. The average drive to the school from within the attendance zone is typically between 20 to 30 minutes, with distances ranging from about 11.8 miles to a maximum of 17.7 miles to the zone's furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nipomo Elementary School's student population of 436 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
436 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
At Nipomo Elementary, we are simply the best!
School Rankings
Nipomo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nipomo Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#5799 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nipomo Elementary School's ranking?
Nipomo Elementary School is ranked #5799 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nipomo Elementary School?
436 students attend Nipomo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Nipomo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nipomo Elementary School?
Nipomo Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nipomo Elementary School offer ?
Nipomo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Nipomo Elementary School part of?
Nipomo Elementary School is part of Lucia Mar Unified School District.
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