C L Smith Elementary

Tucked into the relaxed, outdoorsy community of San Luis Obispo — a college town nestled between the coast and the foothills — C.L. Smith Elementary offers a well-rounded academic experience that consistently performs above most California schools. Families drawn to SLO's laid-back lifestyle and strong sense of community tend to find a good fit here, with solid English and science scores making it a dependable choice for kids who thrive in a neighborhood-feel school. It's the kind of place where the quality of life outside the classroom matches what's happening inside it.