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Bitterwater-tully Elementary
Elementary School · Bitterwater-Tully Elementary
Lonoak Rt. Box 10, King City, CA 93930
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Bitterwater-tully Elementary
Bitterwater-tully Elementary is a public elementary school in King City, CA, part of the Bitterwater-Tully Elementary. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Students demonstrate 31% proficiency in math, 5 points below the state average and 64% in reading/language arts, 17 points above the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $72,555, where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 26 students, Bitterwater-tully Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Bitterwater-tully Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Address
- Lonoak Rt. Box 10, King City, CA 93930
- Phone
- (831) 385-5339
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 6 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 30% (2019) to 52.63% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 69.5% (2019) to 73.68% (2024).
Location
Lonoak Rt. Box 10, King City, CA 93930
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bitterwater-tully Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gabilan Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby Soledad). Another option is Jack Franscioni Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby Soledad). Additionally, Oak Avenue Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Greenfield). For more schools in King City, see our King City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Elementary Paicines | 10.3 mi | — |
| HILLSVIEW CHRISTIAN ACADEMIC SCHOOL King City | 13.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Chalone Peaks Middle King City | 13.2 mi | 5.2 |
| King City Arts Magnet King City | 13.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Del Rey Elementary King City | 13.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Santa Lucia Elementary King City | 13.5 mi | 4.7 |
| King City High King City | 13.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Portola-Butler Continuation High King City | 13.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Pinnacle Coastal Valley High King City | 13.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Greenfield | 13.6 mi | 4.6 |
| San Lucas Elementary San Lucas | 17.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Greenfield High Greenfield | 14.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Mary Chapa Academy Greenfield | 14.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Vista Verde Middle Greenfield | 14.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Oak Avenue Elementary Greenfield | 14.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Arroyo Seco Academy Greenfield | 15.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Panoche Elementary Paicines | 17.6 mi | — |
| San Vicente Elementary Soledad | 18.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Jack Franscioni Elementary Soledad | 18.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Gabilan Elementary Soledad | 18.3 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93930 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,555
Median Home Value
$404,000
Median Rent
$1,537/mo
Population
17,124
College Educated
15.4%
Homeownership
53.3%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
30.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bitterwater-tully Elementary has a median household income of $72,555. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $404,000, with a median rent of $1,537/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.5%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bitterwater-tully Elementary
What grades does Bitterwater-tully Elementary serve?
Bitterwater-tully Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Bitterwater-tully Elementary?
Bitterwater-tully Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bitterwater-tully Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bitterwater-tully Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Bitterwater-tully Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bitterwater-tully Elementary has 30.9% math proficiency and 64.2% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Bitterwater-tully Elementary a charter school?
No, Bitterwater-tully Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bitterwater-tully Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bitterwater-tully Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bitterwater-tully Elementary?
23.1% of students at Bitterwater-tully 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,013/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (King City). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- San Benito County
- Phone
- (831) 385-5339
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Bitterwater-Tully Elementary- District Enrollment
- 26
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,533
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