Pacific Grove Unified

District Overview
Located in the coastal community of Pacific Grove, California, the Pacific Grove Unified School District is an actively operating, traditional public school system serving local families. Centered at 435 Hillcrest Ave., the district encompasses five operational school campuses set within a midsize suburban environment in the greater Salinas metropolitan area. Delivering a comprehensive educational trajectory, Pacific Grove Unified serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade while also providing dedicated adult education opportunities. As a standard public, non-charter district, it offers a structured and welcoming learning environment tailored to the academic and personal growth of its surrounding community.

According to the 2024–2025 National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) framework, the district maintains an enrollment of 1,749 students across its primary and secondary levels. To foster individualized instruction and operational excellence, Pacific Grove Unified employs a robust staffing network totaling over 480 full-time equivalent personnel. This dedicated workforce features approximately 208 full-time equivalent teachers, 23 instructional aides, and 250 support staff, resulting in a low student-to-teacher ratio that helps ensure students receive ample personal attention. Parents, students, and education researchers seeking further insight into district programs and school resources can connect with administration via their official website at www.pgusd.org or by calling (831) 646-6520.
5
Total Schools
1,749
Total Students
207.6
Full-Time Teachers
8.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pacific Grove Unified
Demographic Student Count
White952
Hispanic344
Black30
Asian198
Two or More194
American Indian16
Pacific Islander12
  • White
    952 (54.5%)
  • Hispanic
    344 (19.7%)
  • Asian
    198 (11.3%)
  • Two or More
    194 (11.1%)
  • Black
    30 (1.7%)
  • American Indian
    16 (0.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    12 (0.7%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Pacific Grove Unified
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle1
High2
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:5
Students:1,749*
Teachers (FTE):207.6*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:8.4
Schools in Pacific Grove Unified
Found 5 Schools