Serving 21 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carrisa Plains Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrisa Plains Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Carrisa Plains Elementary School's student population of 21 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carrisa Plains 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 Carrisa Plains Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#2505 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
Hispanic
52%
56%
White
48%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrisa Plains Elementary School's ranking?
Carrisa Plains Elementary School is ranked #2505 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carrisa Plains Elementary School?
21 students attend Carrisa Plains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Carrisa Plains Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 48% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carrisa Plains Elementary School?
Carrisa Plains Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carrisa Plains Elementary School offer ?
Carrisa Plains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carrisa Plains Elementary School part of?
Carrisa Plains Elementary School is part of Atascadero Unified School District.
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