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H. A. Hyde Elementary
Elementary School · Pajaro Valley Unified
125 Alta Vista St., Watsonville, CA 95076
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,790 of 9,539
In Watsonville
#9 of 27
public schools
In district
#13 of 33
Pajaro Valley Unified
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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H. A. Hyde Elementary
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About H. A. Hyde Elementary
H. A. Hyde Elementary is a public elementary school in Watsonville, CA, part of Pajaro Valley Unified.
H. A. Hyde Elementary serves approximately 444 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
H. A. Hyde Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,790 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for H. A. Hyde Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at H. A. Hyde 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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H. A. Hyde Elementary — Students at H. A. Hyde Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 4.8/10.
How H. A. Hyde Elementary Compares
See how H. A. Hyde 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
125 Alta Vista St., Watsonville, CA 95076
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering H. A. Hyde Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Watsonville Prep (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hollister), which scores notably higher. Another option is GREEN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MORELAND NOTRE DAME SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Watsonville, see our Watsonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cesar E. Chavez Middle Watsonville | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Diamond Technology Institute Watsonville | 0.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Starlight Elementary Watsonville | 0.4 mi | 4.9 |
| GREEN VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watsonville | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Santa Cruz County Career Advancement Charter Freedom | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Freedom Elementary Freedom | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Pacific Coast Charter Watsonville | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| MORELAND NOTRE DAME SCHOOL Watsonville | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Moreland Notre Dame Watsonville | 0.9 mi | — |
| Landmark Elementary Watsonville | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| New School Community Day Watsonville | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Mintie White Elementary Watsonville | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Radcliff Elementary Watsonville | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| T. S. MacQuiddy Elementary Watsonville | 0.9 mi | 3.2 |
| E. A. Hall Middle Watsonville | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Rolling Hills Middle Watsonville | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Watsonville Prep Hollister | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Amesti Elementary Watsonville | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watsonville | 1.3 mi | — |
| Watsonville High Watsonville | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,685
Median Home Value
$767,200
Median Rent
$1,851/mo
Population
82,409
College Educated
19.3%
Homeownership
56.2%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
36.8
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| A. H. Morgan Elementary Rialto, CA | 5.3 |
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| Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento, CA | 5.3 |
| Ann Soldo Elementary Watsonville, CA | 5.3 |
| Arlington Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.3 |
| Arminta Street Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about H. A. Hyde Elementary
What grades does H. A. Hyde Elementary serve?
H. A. Hyde Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend H. A. Hyde Elementary?
H. A. Hyde Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at H. A. Hyde Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at H. A. Hyde Elementary is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does H. A. Hyde Elementary rank in CA?
H. A. Hyde Elementary ranks #6,790 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is H. A. Hyde Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
H. A. Hyde Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 H. A. Hyde Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, H. A. Hyde Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is H. A. Hyde Elementary a charter school?
No, H. A. Hyde Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is H. A. Hyde Elementary a Title I school?
No, H. A. Hyde Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for H. A. Hyde Elementary?
86.3% of students at H. A. Hyde 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
- 444
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.3%
- Phone
- (831) 728-6243
Resources & Links
District
Pajaro Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 17,013
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,409
- District Rank
- #13 of 33
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