Laguna Middle

Laguna Middle sits in one of California's most livable cities, where the pace is unhurried but the academic expectations are anything but — this is a school that consistently performs near the top of the state, with science scores that are particularly impressive. Families who land in San Luis Obispo tend to love the blend of outdoor lifestyle and strong public schools, and Laguna fits right into that picture for the middle school years. It's the kind of place that appeals to parents who want their kids challenged academically without sacrificing the easygoing, small-city feel that makes SLO so hard to leave.