- Hesperian Elementary — Grades K–5 · 500 students
- Colonial Acres Elementary — Grades K–5 · 458 students
- Lorenzo Manor Elementary — Grades K–5 · 447 students
- Bay Elementary — Grades K–5 · 422 students
- Del Rey Elementary — Grades K–5 · 373 students
- Corvallis Elementary — Grades K–5 · 349 students
- Hillside Elementary — Grades K–5 · 347 students
- Dayton Elementary — Grades K–5 · 340 students
- Grant Elementary — Grades K–5 · 322 students
- Bohannon Middle — Grades 6–8 · 606 students
- Washington Manor Middle — Grades 6–8 · 500 students
- Edendale Middle — Grades 6–8 · 483 students
- Arroyo High — Grades 9–12 · 1,499 students
- San Lorenzo High — Grades 9–12 · 1,029 students
- East Bay Arts High — Grades 9–12 · 154 students
- Royal Sunset (Continuation) — Grades 7–12 · 107 students
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| Metric | San Lorenzo Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 17 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About San Lorenzo Unified School District
Families searching for schools in San Lorenzo, California (ZIP 94579) are zoned to San Lorenzo Unified School District. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of California districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Kindergarten – 12th. Review the funding and enrollment data above, then contact the district to confirm which schools serve your exact address before you commit to a move.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at San Lorenzo Unified School District runs approximately $15,700 annually, placing it near the California state average of approximately $16,500 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
San Lorenzo Unified School District is a district of unknown size with multiple schools serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. Contact San Lorenzo Unified School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates San Lorenzo Unified School District 6 out of 10 — average among California public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
San Lorenzo Unified School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 94579
Children in zip code 94579 are assigned to San Lorenzo Unified School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 94579, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact San Lorenzo Unified School District at (510)317-4600 or visit www.slzusd.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in San Lorenzo
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because San Lorenzo Unified School District serves zip code 94579, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 94579 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support San Lorenzo Unified School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 94579.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with San Lorenzo Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 94579 data.