For the 2024-25 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 8,115 students in 93458, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 6 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 93458, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 93458, CA are Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School, Sanchez (David J.) Elementary School and Fairlawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93458 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93458, CA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93458, CA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
930 W. Rancho Verde
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7680
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7680
Grades: K-6
| 834 students
Rank: #22.
Sanchez (David J.) Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
804 W. Liberty St.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-4625
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-4625
Grades: K-6
| 652 students
Rank: #33.
Fairlawn Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
120 N. Mary Dr.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7500
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7500
Grades: K-6
| 746 students
Rank: #44.
Kunst (Tommie) Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
930 Hidden Pines Way
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-5800
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-5800
Grades: 7-8
| 1,030 students
Rank: #55.
El Camino Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
219 W. El Camino
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7800
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7800
Grades: 7-8
| 779 students
Rank: #66.
Liberty Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 W. Sonya Ln.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-4530
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-4530
Grades: K-6
| 873 students
Rank: #77.
Adam (William Laird) Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 W. Windsor
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-6700
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-6700
Grades: K-6
| 856 students
Rank: #88.
Oakley (Calvin C.) Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1120 W. Harding St.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7620
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7620
Grades: K-6
| 854 students
Rank: #99.
Bruce (Robert) Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 W. Alvin Ave.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-6940
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-6940
Grades: K-6
| 951 students
Rank: #1010.
Bonita Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2715 W. Main St.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-8290
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-8290
Grades: K-6
| 540 students
93458, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Phoenix High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
402 Farnel Rd., Ste. M
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 964-4710
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 964-4710
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 93458, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 93458, CA include Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School, Sanchez (David J.) Elementary School and Fairlawn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93458?
10 public schools are located in 93458.
What percentage of students in 93458 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 93458 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 93458?
93458 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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