Branch Elementary
244 Students
Elementary School K - 6th
School Overview
Branch Elementary School, located in Arroyo Grande, California, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Lucia Mar Unified School District. Nestled in a community known for its coastal charm and agricultural roots, the school provides a comprehensive educational program that emphasizes core academic standards, character development, and a supportive learning environment. It is generally recognized for fostering a close-knit school culture where faculty, staff, and families work collaboratively to promote student achievement and social-emotional growth during the critical early years of education.
Beyond the classroom, Branch Elementary often integrates local community values into its school life, striving to prepare students for the transition to middle school through a balance of structured curriculum and enriching extracurricular opportunities. The school’s mission typically focuses on nurturing well-rounded individuals by encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and responsibility. By prioritizing small-community engagement and consistent academic expectations, Branch Elementary aims to ensure that its students develop the essential skills necessary for long-term success in the district’s higher-level academic programs.
Beyond the classroom, Branch Elementary often integrates local community values into its school life, striving to prepare students for the transition to middle school through a balance of structured curriculum and enriching extracurricular opportunities. The school’s mission typically focuses on nurturing well-rounded individuals by encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and responsibility. By prioritizing small-community engagement and consistent academic expectations, Branch Elementary aims to ensure that its students develop the essential skills necessary for long-term success in the district’s higher-level academic programs.
244
Total Students
11.2
Full-Time Teachers
21.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
37.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 153 |
| Hispanic | 66 |
| Black | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 22 |
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White153 (62.7 %)
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Hispanic66 (27.0 %)
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Two or More22 (9.0 %)
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Asian2 (0.8 %)
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Black1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | N/A |
| District: | Lucia Mar Unified |
| Phone: | (805)474-3720 |
| Website: | http://branch.luciamarschools.org/ |
| Grade Range: | K - 6th |
| Total Students: | 244 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 11.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 21.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 65 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 27 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
31
Grade 1
32
Grade 2
35
Grade 3
34
Grade 4
25
Grade 5
45
Grade 6
42
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 31 |
| Grade 1 | 32 |
| Grade 2 | 35 |
| Grade 3 | 34 |
| Grade 4 | 25 |
| Grade 5 | 45 |
| Grade 6 | 42 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 112 | 45.9% |
| Male | 132 | 54.1% |
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