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#4412 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
Hearthstone
School · Butte County Office of Education
2280 6th St., Oroville, CA 95965
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
179
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,412 of 9,539
In Oroville
#4 of 22
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Butte County Office of Education
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Hearthstone
Hearthstone is a public school in Oroville, CA, part of Butte County Office of Education. Hearthstone serves approximately 179 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Hearthstone has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,412 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Hearthstone show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 4.6
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 179 students, Hearthstone 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.
Test scores at Hearthstone 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.
Hearthstone is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Hearthstone — Students at Hearthstone score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.4%
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.
* 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: 6.2/10.
How Hearthstone Compares
See how Hearthstone 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
2280 6th St., Oroville, CA 95965
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hearthstone may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ipakanni Early College Charter (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Butte County Special Education (rated 3.3/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Oroville, see our Oroville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Avenue Middle Oroville | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Heritage Community Day Oroville | 0.1 mi | — |
| Butte County Special Education Oroville | 0.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Siskiyou Avenue Elementary Oroville | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Plumas Avenue Elementary Oroville | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Table Mountain Oroville | 0.5 mi | — |
| Oroville High Community Day Oroville | 0.6 mi | — |
| Prospect High (Continuation) Oroville | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Sierra Avenue Elementary Oroville | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Oroville | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| St. Thomas the Apostle Oroville | 1.4 mi | — |
| Ipakanni Early College Charter Oroville | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| STREAM Charter Oroville | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Come Back Butte Charter Oroville | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
| BASES Learning Center Oroville | 1.9 mi | — |
| Oroville High Oroville | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Poplar Avenue Elementary Oroville | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| The Studios @ Central Oroville | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Wyandotte Academy Oroville | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Stanford Avenue Elementary Oroville | 2.4 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95965 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,367
Median Home Value
$295,500
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
20,854
College Educated
15.9%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
36.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hearthstone
What grades does Hearthstone serve?
Hearthstone serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Hearthstone?
Hearthstone has an enrollment of approximately 179 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hearthstone?
The student-teacher ratio at Hearthstone is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hearthstone rank in CA?
Hearthstone ranks #4,412 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Hearthstone's MySchoolScout rating?
Hearthstone has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Hearthstone?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hearthstone has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hearthstone a charter school?
Yes, Hearthstone is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Hearthstone a Title I school?
No, Hearthstone is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hearthstone?
80.4% of students at Hearthstone 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 179
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Butte County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (530) 532-5848
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.5%
Resources & Links
District
Butte County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 388
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $207,869
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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