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#6102 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ellerhorst Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
3501 Pinole Valley Rd., Pinole, CA 94564
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
18.9:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,102 of 9,539
In Pinole
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#21 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Ellerhorst Elementary
Elementary School in Pinole · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ellerhorst Elementary
Ellerhorst Elementary is a public elementary school in Pinole, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Ellerhorst Elementary serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ellerhorst Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,102 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ellerhorst Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Ellerhorst Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Ellerhorst Elementary — Students at Ellerhorst Elementary score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 4.4/10.
How Ellerhorst Elementary Compares
See how Ellerhorst 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
3501 Pinole Valley Rd., Pinole, CA 94564
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ellerhorst Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ohlone Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Hercules), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby El Sobrante), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pinole, see our Pinole schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valley View Elementary Richmond | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Pinole Valley High Pinole | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| De Anza High Richmond | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Stewart Elementary Pinole | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Murphy Elementary El Sobrante | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| El Sobrante Christian School El Sobrante | 1.3 mi | — |
| EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Sobrante | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Olinda Elementary El Sobrante | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Collins Elementary Pinole | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Ohlone Elementary Hercules | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Bethel Christian Academy El Sobrante | 1.4 mi | — |
| Hercules High Hercules | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Hercules Middle Hercules | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| La Cheim School, El Sobrante El Sobrante | 1.7 mi | — |
| LA CHEIM SCHOOL, INC. El Sobrante | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinole | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Sheldon Elementary Richmond | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Big Minds Unschool Online Pinole | 1.9 mi | — |
| BIG MINDS Pinole | 1.9 mi | — |
| LA CASITA BILINGUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pinole | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94564 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,833
Median Home Value
$697,100
Median Rent
$2,738/mo
Population
18,835
College Educated
38.7%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
37.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALISO VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aliso Viejo, CA | 5.7 |
| Alta Loma Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.7 |
| Alvarado Elementary Signal Hill, CA | 5.7 |
| Aragon Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.7 |
| Bandini Street Elementary San Pedro, CA | 5.7 |
| Bell Avenue Elementary Sacramento, CA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ellerhorst Elementary
What grades does Ellerhorst Elementary serve?
Ellerhorst Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Ellerhorst Elementary?
Ellerhorst Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ellerhorst Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ellerhorst Elementary is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ellerhorst Elementary rank in CA?
Ellerhorst Elementary ranks #6,102 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ellerhorst Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ellerhorst Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Ellerhorst Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ellerhorst Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ellerhorst Elementary a charter school?
No, Ellerhorst Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ellerhorst Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ellerhorst Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ellerhorst Elementary?
47.9% of students at Ellerhorst 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1426
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #21 of 52
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