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#6917 of 9,539 schools in CA
Calaveras Elementary
Elementary School · Hollister
1151 Buena Vista Rd. Ste. 100, Hollister, CA 95023
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
28.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher
28.5:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,917 of 9,539
In Hollister
#9 of 19
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
Hollister
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Calaveras Elementary
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About Calaveras Elementary
Calaveras Elementary is a public elementary school in Hollister, CA, part of Hollister. Calaveras Elementary serves approximately 599 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 28.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Calaveras Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,917 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Calaveras Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Calaveras Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Calaveras Elementary runs 28.5:1 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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Calaveras Elementary — Students at Calaveras Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Calaveras Elementary Compares
See how Calaveras Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1151 Buena Vista Rd. Ste. 100, Hollister, CA 95023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Calaveras Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLLISTER CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sunnyslope Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hollister, see our Hollister schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Accelerated Achievement Academy Hollister | 0.0 mi | 8.1 |
| SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL Hollister | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Hollister Prep Hollister | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| R. O. Hardin Elementary Hollister | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| HOLLISTER CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Hollister | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Little Tree Community- A Wildflower Montessori Sch Hollister | 1.2 mi | — |
| Hollister High Hollister | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| San Andreas Continuation High Hollister | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| San Benito County Opportunity Hollister | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Pinnacles Community Hollister | 1.1 mi | — |
| Rancho San Justo Hollister | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| San Benito County Juvenile Hall Court Hollister | 1.8 mi | — |
| Maze Middle Hollister | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Hollister Dual Language Academy Hollister | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Ladd Lane Elementary Hollister | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Sunnyslope Elementary Hollister | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| HOLLISTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hollister | 2.5 mi | — |
| Hollister Adventist Christian School Hollister | 2.4 mi | — |
| HOLLISTER SDA CHRISTIAN SCHO Hollister | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hollister | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,156
Median Home Value
$740,500
Median Rent
$1,908/mo
Population
58,374
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
36.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
35.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Calaveras Elementary
What grades does Calaveras Elementary serve?
Calaveras Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Calaveras Elementary?
Calaveras Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 599 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Calaveras Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Calaveras Elementary is 28.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Calaveras Elementary rank in CA?
Calaveras Elementary ranks #6,917 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Calaveras Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Calaveras Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Calaveras Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Calaveras Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Calaveras Elementary a charter school?
No, Calaveras Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Calaveras Elementary a Title I school?
No, Calaveras Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Calaveras Elementary?
68.4% of students at Calaveras 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 599
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- San Benito County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.0%
- Phone
- (831) 636-4460
Resources & Links
District
Hollister- District Enrollment
- 5,772
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,616
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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