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Nipomo Elementary

Lucia Mar Unified · San Luis Obispo County · 190 East Price Street, Nipomo, CA 93444-9099

(805) 474-3780 · nipomo.luciamarschools.org/

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3/10
#4103
Rank 4103 out of 5,722
Top 72%
English Language Arts3/10 · #4172 · 27th percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #4447 · 22nd percentile
Science5/10 · #2972 · 47th percentile

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School Overview

Nipomo is a quiet, semi-rural community tucked between the coast and the Central Valley, known for its strawberry fields, the famous Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes nearby, and a laid-back pace that feels a world away from California's busier metros. Nipomo Elementary serves this tight-knit town, and while its academic scores fall below the state median, science is a relative strength — which makes sense given the rich natural environment surrounding the school. Families who are rooted in the community and value a small-town school experience over a highly competitive academic environment will likely feel at home here, though those prioritizing top-tier test performance may want to weigh their options within the Lucia Mar district.

Student Demographics

196 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
160 (82%)
White
31 (16%)
Other
5 (3%)

Key Indicators

English Learners86 (44%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged167 (85%)
Students with Disabilities42 (21%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

436
Enrollment
22.5
Teachers (FTE)
19.4:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1.4
Administrators (FTE)
26.2
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 Programs2/10 · #5351 · 12th percentile

9 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found