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Los Ranchos Elementary

5785 Los Ranchos Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

Top 10% School in California

Ranked 332 of 6840 in California

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About Los Ranchos Elementary

Los Ranchos Elementary is located at 5785 Los Ranchos Rd., San Luis Obispo, California 93401. The school serves students from kindergarten through grade 6. The total enrollment at the campus is 502 students. The student–teacher ratio is 23:1, which reflects a moderately sized classroom setting. Around 46% of the students are female and 54% are male. According to state assessment data, 74% of students meet or exceed proficiency in math and 65% in reading. The school operates as a public elementary campus in a small suburban setting, serving families from the surrounding community. The school has a traditional K–6 structure, which means that students move through each grade in a steady and consistent way. Teachers help students stay interested in lessons by giving them regular classwork, simple explanations, and ongoing support. They also focus on building core academic skills. Students also do regular classroom activities that help them learn in a consistent way. Homes in the surrounding area vary in price depending on location, and compared with other public schools nearby, Los Ranchos Elementary provides a stable option for families exploring the best elementary school in California.

Los Ranchos Elementary Contact Information

Address

5785 Los Ranchos Rd., San Luis Obispo, CA, 93401

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Phone

(805) 596-4075

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Website

slcusd.org

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 74%
Reading 65%
State average proficiency is 74% in Math and 65% in Reading.
22
Full-time Teachers
23 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
4
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
502
Total Students
$58409
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 332 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Los Ranchos Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:35 AM - 4:10 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:20 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 69.72%
Asian 5.18%
Hispanic 13.94%
Black 0%
Two+ Races 10.96%
Native Am. 0.2%
White
69.72%
Asian
5.18%
Hispanic
13.94%
Black
0%
Two+ Races
10.96%
Native Am.
0.2%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 502
45.62%
229 Female
54.38%
273 Male

Student Population

502 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

1254 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

In 2024, the U.S. Department of Education named Los Ranchos Elementary a National Blue Ribbon School, which is one of the highest honors a school can get. Schools that do well in school and see steady progress from their students get this award. This school is one of only a few in the country to get this honor. The school's focus on keeping up high standards of learning and helping students grow academically is shown by this achievement. This award shows that the school is a well-respected and high-performing campus in the area.

FAQ

Q1. Does Los Ranchos Elementary provide a focused learning environment for students?

Ans. Yes, Los Ranchos Elementary maintains a structured setting to support student learning.

Q2. How are lessons delivered at Los Ranchos Elementary?

Ans. Teachers use simple explanations and regular classwork to help students understand topics.

Q3. Are students at Los Ranchos Elementary encouraged to stay consistent with their work?

Ans. Yes, students follow daily routines that help them stay on track.

Q4. How does Los Ranchos Elementary help students stay engaged during school hours?

Ans. Students take part in classroom tasks and activities throughout the day.

Q5. What kind of classroom structure is followed at Los Ranchos Elementary?

Ans. The school follows a steady and organized approach to classroom learning.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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