For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,594 students in Atascadero, CA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Atascadero, CA are Monterey Road Elementary School, San Gabriel Elementary School and Fine Arts Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Atascadero, CA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the California public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Atascadero have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Atascadero, CA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monterey Road Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3355 Monterey Rd.
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4270
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4270
Gr: K-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
San Gabriel Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8500 San Gabriel Rd.
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4340
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4340
Gr: K-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Fine Arts Academy
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6100 Olmeda Ave.
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 460-2500
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 460-2500
Gr: 4-8 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
San Benito Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4300 San Benito Rd.
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4330
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4330
Gr: K-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Atascadero Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6501 Lewis Ave.
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4360
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4360
Gr: 6-8 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
Santa Rosa Road Academic Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8655 Santa Rosa Rd.
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4290
Atascadero, CA 93422
(805) 462-4290
Gr: K-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Atascadero, CA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Atascadero, CA include Monterey Road Elementary School, San Gabriel Elementary School and Fine Arts Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in Atascadero?
6 public elementary schools are located in Atascadero.
What is the racial composition of students in Atascadero?
Atascadero public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public elementary schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Atascadero are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Atascadero include: Atascadero Middle School vs. Fine Arts Academy, Fine Arts Academy vs. Atascadero Middle School, Santa Rosa Road Academic Academy vs. San Gabriel Elementary School
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