For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 8,154 students in 93458, CA (there are 1 private school, serving 11 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 93458, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 93458, CA are Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School, Sanchez (David J.) Elementary School and Fairlawn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 93458 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 93458, CA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 93458, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
930 West Rancho Verde
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7680
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7680
Gr: K-6 | 869 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Sanchez (David J.) Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
804 West Liberty St.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-4625
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-4625
Gr: K-6 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Fairlawn Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
120 Mary Dr.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7500
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7500
Gr: K-6 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Kunst (Tommie) Junior High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
930 Hidden Pines Way
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-5800
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-5800
Gr: 7-8 | 912 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #55.
El Camino Junior High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
219 West El Camino
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7800
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7800
Gr: 7-8 | 830 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #66.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 West Sonya Ln.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-4530
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-4530
Gr: K-6 | 865 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Bonita Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2715 West Main St.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-8290
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-8290
Gr: K-6 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Rank: #88.
Adam (William Laird) Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 West Windsor
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-6700
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-6700
Gr: K-6 | 874 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
Oakley (Calvin C.) Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1120 West Harding St.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7620
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-7620
Gr: K-6 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Bruce (Robert) Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 West Alvin Ave.
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-6940
Santa Maria, CA 93458
(805) 361-6940
Gr: K-6 | 1,050 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 93458, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 93458, CA include Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary School, Sanchez (David J.) Elementary School and Fairlawn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 93458?
10 public schools are located in 93458.
What percentage of students in 93458 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 93458 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 93458?
93458 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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