Below Average
#8126 of 9,539 schools in CA
Cottage Hill Elementary
Elementary School · Pleasant Ridge Union Elementary
22600 Kingston Ln., Grass Valley, CA 95949
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,126 of 9,539
In Grass Valley
#21 of 21
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Pleasant Ridge Union Elementary
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About Cottage Hill Elementary
Cottage Hill Elementary is a public elementary school in Grass Valley, CA, part of Pleasant Ridge Union Elementary. Cottage Hill Elementary serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cottage Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,126 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cottage Hill Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cottage Hill Elementary runs 22.5:1 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.
Cottage Hill Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Cottage Hill Elementary — Students at Cottage Hill Elementary score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.0/10.
How Cottage Hill Elementary Compares
See how Cottage Hill Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
22600 Kingston Ln., Grass Valley, CA 95949
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cottage Hill Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arete Charter Academy (rated 7.7/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bowman Charter (rated 7.7/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Auburn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Clear Creek Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 7.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Grass Valley, see our Grass Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Intermediate Grass Valley | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Bear River High Grass Valley | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Forest Lake Christian School Auburn | 2.0 mi | — |
| Arete Charter Academy Grass Valley | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Alta Sierra Elementary Grass Valley | 4.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Sierra Hills Elementary Meadow Vista | 4.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Christian Encounter High School Grass Valley | 5.0 mi | — |
| CHRISTIAN ENCOUNTER HIGH SCHOOL Grass Valley | 5.0 mi | — |
| Live Oak Waldorf School Meadow Vista | 4.7 mi | — |
| LIVE OAK WALDORF SCHOOL Meadow Vista | 4.8 mi | 6.3 |
| WEIMAR ACADEMY Weimar | 4.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Weimar Hills Weimar | 4.7 mi | 5.5 |
| PINE HILLS ADVENTIST ACADEMY Auburn | 7.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Pine Hills Adventist Academy Auburn | 7.5 mi | — |
| Wolf Mountain Christian School Grass Valley | 7.3 mi | — |
| Bowman Charter Auburn | 8.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Colfax High Colfax | 6.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Colfax Elementary Colfax | 6.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Clear Creek Elementary Grass Valley | 7.6 mi | 6.8 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Auburn | 8.3 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95949 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,309
Median Home Value
$551,700
Median Rent
$1,827/mo
Population
20,709
College Educated
32.3%
Homeownership
86.2%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
54.4
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| Allan Peterson Elementary Merced, CA | 4.4 |
| Atherwood Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 4.4 |
| Avaxat Elementary Murrieta, CA | 4.4 |
| Beaumont Elementary Vista, CA | 4.4 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville, CA | 4.4 |
| Boulder Creek Elementary Boulder Creek, CA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cottage Hill Elementary
What grades does Cottage Hill Elementary serve?
Cottage Hill Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Cottage Hill Elementary?
Cottage Hill Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cottage Hill Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cottage Hill Elementary is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cottage Hill Elementary rank in CA?
Cottage Hill Elementary ranks #8,126 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cottage Hill Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cottage Hill Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Cottage Hill Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cottage Hill Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cottage Hill Elementary a charter school?
No, Cottage Hill Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cottage Hill Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cottage Hill Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cottage Hill Elementary?
31.4% of students at Cottage Hill 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 494
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Nevada County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.3%
- Phone
- (530) 268-2808
Resources & Links
District
Pleasant Ridge Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,428
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,572
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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