Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Baywood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baywood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Baywood Elementary School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Conectando nuestros corazones a través de idiomas, aprendizaje y amor
School Rankings
Baywood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baywood Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2490 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baywood Elementary School's ranking?
Baywood Elementary School is ranked #2490 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Baywood Elementary School often compared to?
Baywood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monarch Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Baywood Elementary School?
342 students attend Baywood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Baywood Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baywood Elementary School?
Baywood Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Baywood Elementary School offer ?
Baywood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Baywood Elementary School part of?
Baywood Elementary School is part of San Luis Coastal Unified School District.
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