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Very Good

#487 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 27% of private schools

Hacienda School

Elementary School

4671 CHABOT DR, Pleasanton, CA 94588

Private

Enrollment

35

Student-Teacher

5.8:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#487 of 1,787

In Pleasanton

#1 of 3

public schools

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Hacienda School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Pleasanton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hacienda School

Hacienda School is a private elementary school in Pleasanton, CA. Hacienda School serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hacienda School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #487 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares0.8 pts above CA schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 35 students, Hacienda School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 5.8:1 students to teachers, Hacienda School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Hacienda School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Hacienda School compares to 13 public schools serving similar grades in Pleasanton, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.8:1
This School
vs
24:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
35
This School
vs
677
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
8.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 65.7% vs 0%
White 28.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.7% vs 0%
Hacienda School Pleasanton Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Hacienda School (this school) 7.0
Thomas S. Hart Middle 8.9
Donlon Elementary 8.6
Lydiksen Elementary 8.5
Fairlands Elementary 8.2
Harvest Park Middle 8.9
Walnut Grove Elementary 8.1
Henry P. Mohr Elementary 8.1
Alisal Elementary 7.2
Pleasanton Middle 7.7
The Pleasanton Virtual Academy
Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary 6.6
Valley View Elementary 6.5
Vintage Hills Elementary 8.3

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 2,259
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 48%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 10
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Enrollment 35
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Asian 65.7%
White 28.6%
Hispanic 5.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4671 CHABOT DR, Pleasanton, CA 94588

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hacienda School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Donlon Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lydiksen Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, James Dougherty Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Dublin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pleasanton, see our Pleasanton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
HACIENDA SCHOOL Pleasanton 0.0 mi 7.0
STRATFORD SCHOOL Pleasanton 0.3 mi 6.0
Stratford School - Pleasanton Pleasanton 0.3 mi
FUSION ACADEMY PLEASANTON Pleasanton 0.4 mi
Fusion Academy Pleasanton Pleasanton 0.4 mi
Thomas S. Hart Middle Pleasanton 0.6 mi 8.9
Big Minds Pleasanton 0.5 mi
Donlon Elementary Pleasanton 0.8 mi 8.6
James Dougherty Elementary Dublin 1.4 mi 8.2
Lydiksen Elementary Pleasanton 1.4 mi 8.5
Harvest Park Middle Pleasanton 1.6 mi 8.9
Walnut Grove Elementary Pleasanton 1.6 mi 8.1
Wells Middle Dublin 1.6 mi 7.7
Dublin Unified Transition Program Dublin 1.6 mi
York Alternative Learning Center Dublin 1.6 mi
Stratford School Dublin Dublin 1.5 mi
FOUNTAINHEAD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dublin 1.5 mi 7.7
Fairlands Elementary Pleasanton 1.5 mi 8.2
Foothill High Pleasanton 1.7 mi 8.2
Frederiksen Elementary Dublin 1.9 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94588 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$186,569

Median Home Value

$1,277,200

Median Rent

$3,287/mo

Population

34,423

College Educated

70.1%

Homeownership

62.5%

Avg Commute

35.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

39.8

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Graves Elementary Salinas, CA 7.0
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MONTESSORI AMERICAN SCHOOL Chula Vista, CA 7.0
ANNELIESE SCHOOL Laguna Beach, CA 6.9
DISCOVERY MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL KINDERGARTEN West Covina, CA 7.1
FOOTHILL ADVENTST SCHOOL Milpitas, CA 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hacienda School

What grades does Hacienda School serve?

Hacienda School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Hacienda School?

Hacienda School has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hacienda School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hacienda School is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hacienda School rank in CA?

Hacienda School ranks #487 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Hacienda School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hacienda School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hacienda School a private school?

Yes, Hacienda School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Hacienda School a religious school?

No, Hacienda School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
35
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
9 hours
Days Per Year
251 days
Setting
Small City
County
Alameda County

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