Arroyo Grande, CA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 16,766 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
Sunshine is abundant in Arroyo Grande, and temperatures stay mild all year, rarely getting below freezing or above 83 degrees.
Geography
This seaside town is west of Bakersfield and north of Santa Barbara.
Cultural Attractions
There are several festivals that occur annually, including the Strawberry Festival (which celebrates the locally grown crop) and the Christmas in the Village Celebration.
Recreation
The town is home to six parks, and the beach is just a few miles west of town.
Economy
Arroyo Grande's economy relies heavily on tourism and agriculture.
| Math score of schools here versus the state average [details] | Higher |
| Reading score of schools here versus the state average[details] | Higher |
| Number of elementary schools | 6 |
| Number of middle schools | 4 |
| Number of high schools | 1 |
| America's Best Colleges in the location itself / within 30 miles / within 50 miles | 0 / 0 / 0 |
High schools ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Medal | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coast Union High | Cambria, CA | Silver | 316 |
| Morro Bay High | Morro Bay, CA | Silver | 942 |
| Nipomo High | Nipomo, CA | Silver | 1,263 |
| Shandon High/Middle | Shandon, CA | Bronze | 160 |
Colleges ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Rank | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Polytechnic State University--San Luis Obispo | San Luis Obispo, CA | #10, U.-Master's (W) | 19,777 |
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