We have been at Los Ranchos for 4 years now. I believe that it is about as good as a public school is capable of being. The teachers are so amazing, and the Principal is an equal advocate for staff and student. The creativity that the teachers have creates a fun learning environment. The parent involvement
... Read more is really high. You tend to have to 'fight' to get some volunteer time in. ha. My daughter loves school because of Los Ranchos! Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/01/09
This school is often out of touch with reality. I have seen above average children recipients of more educational attention than those with special needs. Teachers will send students off to receive additional aid without parental knowledge. Shouldn t the parent be informed if their child is lacking a
... Read more skill? While my children have had primarily positive experiences at this school, I would like to see a more realistic educational system in play. As an active participant for the past 7 years, the changes that need to be made are fought by some staff, negating what is best for the children. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/27/08
Academically the school is outstanding. The staff are all very experienced and quality teachers. Unfortunately, the majority of the students come from very effluent homes and this has had numerous positive and negative results. Students many times lack a sense of respect and responsibility. Parents
... Read more are always willing to throw money into many events, but the actual physical participation is seriously lacking. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/24/05
probably the best public school in the county (highest API test scores) with excellent teaching staff and highly involved parental support, in country like environment.
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Posted by a parent on 05/21/05
I feel very fortunate that both of my children have the opportunity to go to Los Ranchos. Every teacher at Los Ranchos is wonderful and our Principal is very hands on. My husband and I moved here about 3years ago just so my children would be able to attend Los Ranchos. We had heard so many wonderful
... Read more things and the parent involvement is extremely high. Everytime I read the paper and see Los Ranchos at the top of list in achievement scores it makes me proud that we are a part of Los Ranchos! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/12/04
As the poster before me said most of the parents at this school are looking for the popularity vote rather than what is best for the children. It is in a rich section of town and the teachers respond to the rich parents and leave the kids of the middle class kids to themselves.
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Posted by a parent on 02/21/04
This school unlike many San Luis Obispo schools often forgets the less fortunate student. Nearby neighborhoods often lure teachers into forgetting that there are 'latchkey' children in their classes, and children with parents who may not be looking into the best interests of their students. As a parent,
... Read more I am often dismayed at my childrens classmates who teachers do not try to mentor or approach their parents regarding district services (speech, reading, GATE etc.) when their parents seem unaware how to service their children. I am also a bit concerned about the value systems practiced by many parents at the school. Read less
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Sn Luis Obisp schools — Los Ranchos Elementary School is located at 5785 Los Ranchos Rd, Sn Luis Obisp CA 93401. 5785 Los Ranchos Rd is in the 93401 ZIP code in Sn Luis Obisp, CA The school district for Los Ranchos Elementary School is the San Luis Coastal Unified School District. Los Ranchos Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 6.
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