For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,750 students in 94044, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 94044, CA are Vallemar Elementary School, Cabrillo Elementary School and Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 94044 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the California public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 94044, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94044, CA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vallemar Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
377 Reina Del Mar Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6655
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6655
Grades: K-8
| 490 students
Rank: #22.
Cabrillo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 Crespi Dr.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6660
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6660
Grades: K-8
| 548 students
Rank: #33.
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1427 Palmetto Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Grades: 6-8
| 445 students
Rank: #44.
Ocean Shore Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
411 Oceana Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6650
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6650
Grades: K-8
| 412 students
Rank: #55.
Ortega Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1283 Terra Nova Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6670
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6670
Grades: K-5
| 427 students
Rank: #66.
Pacifica Independent Home Study
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
830 Rosita Rd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6694
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6694
Grades: K-8
| 34 students
Rank: #77.
Sunset Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
340 Inverness Dr.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6687
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6687
Grades: K-5
| 394 students
94044, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Buffum Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
1427 Palmetto Ave
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Grades: 6-8
| 701 students
930 Oddstad Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6676
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6676
Grades: K-5
| 310 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 94044, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 94044, CA include Vallemar Elementary School, Cabrillo Elementary School and Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 94044?
7 public elementary schools are located in 94044.
What is the racial composition of students in 94044?
94044 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 78% (majority Hispanic).
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