Serving 347 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Shell Beach Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shell Beach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Shell Beach Elementary School's student population of 347 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
347 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shell Beach Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shell Beach Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1363 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
59%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
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 Shell Beach Elementary School's ranking?
Shell Beach Elementary School is ranked #1363 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Shell Beach Elementary School often compared to?
Shell Beach Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harloe Elementary School, Ocean View Elementary School, Bellevue-santa Fe Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Shell Beach Elementary School?
347 students attend Shell Beach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Shell Beach Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shell Beach Elementary School?
Shell Beach Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Shell Beach Elementary School offer ?
Shell Beach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Shell Beach Elementary School part of?
Shell Beach Elementary School is part of Lucia Mar Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Shell Beach Elementary School located?
Shell Beach Elementary School is located in the Shell Beach neighborhood of Pismo Beach, CA.
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Date
Last day of School
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
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