Very Good
#2922 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
Ben Hulse Elementary
Elementary School · Imperial Unified
303 South D St., Imperial, CA 92251
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
826
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,922 of 9,539
In Imperial
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Imperial Unified
Equity
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Ben Hulse Elementary
Ben Hulse Elementary is a public elementary school in Imperial, CA, part of Imperial Unified. Ben Hulse Elementary serves approximately 826 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ben Hulse Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,922 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ben Hulse Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ben Hulse Elementary runs 22.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Ben Hulse Elementary — Students at Ben Hulse Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.
How Ben Hulse Elementary Compares
See how Ben Hulse Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
303 South D St., Imperial, CA 92251
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ben Hulse Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences (rated 8.5/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is Imperial Cross Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, McKinley Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby El Centro), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Imperial, see our Imperial schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Imperial High Imperial | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Imperial Ave. Holbrook High Imperial | 0.5 mi | 3.1 |
| FAITH ACADEMY Imperial | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Frank M. Wright Middle Imperial | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Vanguard Academy of Imperial Valley Imperial | 1.1 mi | — |
| Valley Christian Heritage School Imperial | 1.6 mi | — |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Imperial | 1.6 mi | — |
| T. L. Waggoner Elementary Imperial | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Imperial Cross Elementary Imperial | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary El Centro | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| McKinley Elementary El Centro | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Kennedy Middle El Centro | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary El Centro | 3.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Sunflower Elementary El Centro | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Imperial Valley Home School Academy El Centro | 3.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego | 3.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Calvary Chapel Christian School El Centro El Centro | 3.9 mi | — |
| Margaret Hedrick Elementary El Centro | 4.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Central Union High El Centro | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MARY S SCHOOL El Centro | 4.1 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92251 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,709
Median Home Value
$350,100
Median Rent
$1,378/mo
Population
27,197
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
34
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|---|---|
| Baldwin Stocker Elementary Arcadia, CA | 7.3 |
| Bret Harte Elementary Burbank, CA | 7.3 |
| Brookside Elementary Oak Park, CA | 7.3 |
| Canyon View Elementary Irvine, CA | 7.3 |
| Carver Elementary Long Beach, CA | 7.3 |
| Cecilia Lucero Solorio Elementary Fontana, CA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ben Hulse Elementary
What grades does Ben Hulse Elementary serve?
Ben Hulse Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ben Hulse Elementary?
Ben Hulse Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 826 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ben Hulse Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ben Hulse Elementary is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ben Hulse Elementary rank in CA?
Ben Hulse Elementary ranks #2,922 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ben Hulse Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ben Hulse Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ben Hulse Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ben Hulse Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ben Hulse Elementary a charter school?
No, Ben Hulse Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ben Hulse Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ben Hulse Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ben Hulse Elementary?
54.2% of students at Ben Hulse Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 826
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Imperial County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.1%
- Phone
- (760) 355-3210
Resources & Links
District
Imperial Unified- District Enrollment
- 4,672
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,658
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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