For the 2025 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 Vallemar Elementary School, Cabrillo 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.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 94044 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the California public school average of 33%), 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 ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vallemar Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
377 Reina Del Mar Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6655
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6655
Grades: K-8
| 519 students
Rank: #22.
Cabrillo Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 Crespi Dr.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6660
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6660
Grades: K-8
| 534 students
Rank: #33.
Ingrid B. Lacy Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1427 Palmetto Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Grades: 6-8
| 469 students
Rank: #44.
Terra Nova High School
(Math: 35-39% | 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
Grades: 9-12
| 697 students
Rank: #55.
Ocean Shore Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
411 Oceana Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6650
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6650
Grades: K-8
| 401 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 402 students
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
Grades: K-8
| 19 students
Rank: #88.
Oceana High School
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 Paloma Ave.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 550-7300
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 550-7300
Grades: 9-12
| 491 students
Rank: #99.
Sunset Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
340 Inverness Dr.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6687
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6687
Grades: K-5
| 380 students
Rank: n/an/a
830 Rosita Rd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6694
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6694
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
94044, California ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1427 Palmetto Ave
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6665
Grades: 6-8
| 701 students
930 Oddstad Blvd.
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6676
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 738-6676
Grades: K-5
| 310 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 94044, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 94044, CA include Vallemar Elementary School, Cabrillo 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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