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Fine Arts Academy

Atascadero Unified · San Luis Obispo County · 6100 Olmeda Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422-4204

(805) 460-2500 · www.atasusd.org

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8/10
#271
Rank 271 out of 1,315
Top 21%
English Language Arts8/10 · #283 · 79th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #310 · 77th percentile
Science9/10 · #200 · 85th percentile

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School Overview

Tucked into the rolling hills of Atascadero — a laid-back Central Coast town about halfway between LA and San Francisco — Fine Arts Academy stands out as a genuinely distinctive option for families who want strong academics wrapped in a creative, arts-integrated environment. Serving grades 4 through 8, it consistently performs well above average in English, math, and especially science, making it a solid fit for curious kids who thrive when learning connects to something bigger than a textbook. Families drawn to San Luis Obispo County's slower pace, outdoor lifestyle, and tight-knit community feel will find this school fits naturally into that picture.

Student Demographics

222 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
150 (68%)
Hispanic
45 (20%)
Filipino
5 (2%)
Asian
4 (2%)
African American
4 (2%)
Other
14 (6%)

Key Indicators

English Learners10 (5%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged80 (36%)
Students with Disabilities25 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

238
Enrollment
11.3
Teachers (FTE)
21:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
12.7
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #945 · 31st percentile

35 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found