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Morro Bay High

San Luis Coastal Unified · San Luis Obispo County · 235 Atascadero Road, Morro Bay, CA 93442-1516

(805) 771-1845

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8/10
#268
Rank 268 out of 1,227
Top 22%
English Language Arts9/10 · #238 · 81st percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #266 · 78th percentile
Science8/10 · #340 · 74th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Morro Bay High sits in one of California's most laid-back coastal towns, where the iconic volcanic rock landmark and the fishing harbor set the backdrop for daily life. The school performs solidly well above average statewide, with particular strength in English, making it a good fit for families who want a quality education without the pressure-cooker atmosphere of bigger suburban districts. If you're drawn to a tight-knit community where students can surf before school and still hold their own academically, Morro Bay High delivers that rare mix of small-town charm and genuine educational substance.

Student Demographics

180 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
91 (51%)
Hispanic
59 (33%)
Multiple Races
12 (7%)
Filipino
11 (6%)
Asian
6 (3%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners14 (8%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged92 (51%)
Students with Disabilities23 (13%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

751
Enrollment
42.2
Teachers (FTE)
17.8:1
Student-Staff Ratio
3
Administrators (FTE)
20.3
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Graduation Rate

96.2%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

10
AP Courses
offered
27.8%
AP Participation
of students
221
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Athletics

Pirates · CIF Central Section

25
varsity sports
10 boys
11 girls
BaseballBasketball (Boys)Basketball (Girls)Beach Volleyball (Girls)Cross Country (Boys)Cross Country (Girls)Football (11 person)Golf (Boys)

Source: CIF Home Campus 2025-26

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 Programs3/10 · #1591 · 28th percentile

30 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found