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Hot Springs Elementary
Elementary School · Hot Springs Elementary
PO Box 38, California Hot Springs, CA 93207
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Hot Springs Elementary
Hot Springs Elementary is a public elementary school in California Hot Springs, CA, part of the Hot Springs Elementary. The school serves approximately 13 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1. Students demonstrate 50% proficiency in math and 42% in reading/language arts, 5 points below the state average.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 13 students, Hot Springs Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1, Hot Springs Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Hot Springs Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 13 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Address
- PO Box 38, California Hot Springs, CA 93207
- Phone
- (661) 548-6544
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 5 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 25% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 75% (2019) to 27.27% (2024).
Location
PO Box 38, California Hot Springs, CA 93207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hot Springs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hope Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 21.1 miles away, in nearby Porterville). Another option is Kernville Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Lake Isabella). Additionally, Terra Bella Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 19.8 miles away, in nearby Terra Bella). For more schools in California Hot Springs, see our California Hot Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Linns Valley-Poso Flat Elementary Glennville | 9.8 mi | — |
| Blake Elementary Woody | 13.8 mi | — |
| Springville Elementary Springville | 19.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Kernville Elementary Lake Isabella | 17.8 mi | 8.4 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Terra Bella | 18.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Porterville | 19.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Ducor Union Elementary Ducor | 19.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Granite Hills High Porterville | 20.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Carl Smith Middle Terra Bella | 19.7 mi | 7.8 |
| John J. Doyle Elementary Porterville | 20.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Terra Bella Elementary Terra Bella | 19.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Woodrow W. Wallace Elementary Lake Isabella | 22.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Woodrow Wallace Middle Lake Isabella | 22.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Kern Valley High Lake Isabella | 22.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Vandalia Elementary Porterville | 21.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Pioneer Middle Porterville | 21.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Santa Fe Elementary Porterville | 21.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Hope Elementary Porterville | 21.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Roche Elementary Porterville | 22.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Los Robles Elementary Porterville | 22.4 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Home Value
$259,400
Population
247
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
77.8%
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
40.6
Community Profile
It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $259,400. The area has a poverty rate of 17.0%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hot Springs Elementary
What grades does Hot Springs Elementary serve?
Hot Springs Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Hot Springs Elementary?
Hot Springs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 13 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hot Springs Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hot Springs Elementary is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Hot Springs Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Hot Springs Elementary has 50.0% math proficiency and 42.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Hot Springs Elementary a charter school?
No, Hot Springs Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hot Springs Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hot Springs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hot Springs Elementary?
100.0% of students at Hot Springs 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
- County Safety
- Average (503/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 13
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Tulare County
- Phone
- (661) 548-6544
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Hot Springs Elementary- District Enrollment
- 13
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,538
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