LOS RANCHOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Los Ranchos Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the San Luis Coastal Unified school district, located in San Luis Obispo, CA with about 457 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 19 teachers, Los Ranchos Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Los Ranchos Elementary School, located in the charming city of San Luis Obispo, California, serves as a cornerstone of the local community within the San Luis Coastal Unified School District. Known for its picturesque setting and commitment to academic excellence, the school fosters a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. With a dedicated faculty and a strong focus on community engagement, Los Ranchos strives to provide a well-rounded education that prepares its students for future success.

The school is widely recognized for its inclusive atmosphere and its emphasis on collaborative learning, encouraging students to develop critical thinking skills and a lifelong love of discovery. Beyond the standard curriculum, Los Ranchos often integrates arts, technology, and extracurricular activities to enrich the student experience. By maintaining strong partnerships between parents, staff, and the surrounding San Luis Obispo neighborhood, the school creates a cohesive, nurturing ecosystem that prioritizes the unique potential of every child.

For more information, contact Los Ranchos Elementary at (805) 596-4075 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5785 Los Ranchos Rd.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-8247
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LOS RANCHOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in San Luis Obispo, CA with about 457 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
457
Teachers:
19
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 457 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending LOS RANCHOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.

White
76.4%
Hispanic/Latino
12.7%
Two or more races
5.0%
Asian
3.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.7%
Black or African American
0.4%

Female
46.4%
Male
53.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.