For the 2025-26 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,912 students in 94044, CA (there are , serving 402 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 94044, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 94044, CA are Cabrillo Elementary School, Vallemar Elementary School and Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 94044 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94044, CA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94044, CA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cabrillo Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
601 Crespi Dr.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6660
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6660
Gr: K-8 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Vallemar Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
377 Reina Del Mar Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6655
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6655
Gr: K-8 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1427 Palmetto Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Gr: 6-8 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
Ocean Shore Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
411 Oceana Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6650
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6650
Gr: K-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Terra Nova High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1450 Terra Nova Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 550-7600
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 550-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Ortega Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1283 Terra Nova Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6670
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6670
Gr: K-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #77.
Pacifica Independent Home Study
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
830 Rosita Rd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6694
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6694
Gr: K-8 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #88.
Oceana High School
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Paloma Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 550-7300
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 550-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #99.
Sunset Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
340 Inverness Dr.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6687
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6687
Gr: K-5 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
94044, California ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1427 Palmetto Ave
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Gr: 6-8 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
930 Oddstad Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6676
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6676
Gr: K-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 94044, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 94044, CA include Cabrillo Elementary School, Vallemar Elementary School and Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 94044?
10 public schools are located in 94044.
What percentage of students in 94044 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 94044 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94044?
94044 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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