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Lupine Hills Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
1919 Lupine Rd., Hercules, CA 94547
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,809 of 9,539
In Hercules
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#25 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Lupine Hills Elementary
Lupine Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Hercules, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Lupine Hills Elementary serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lupine Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #6,809 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lupine Hills Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Lupine Hills Elementary — Students at Lupine Hills Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.2%
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: 3.8/10.
How Lupine Hills Elementary Compares
See how Lupine Hills Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1919 Lupine Rd., Hercules, CA 94547
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lupine Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ohlone Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hanna Ranch Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Pinole), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hercules, see our Hercules schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hercules High Hercules | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Hercules Middle Hercules | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Ohlone Elementary Hercules | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Rodeo | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Hanna Ranch Elementary Hercules | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| St. Patrick School Rodeo | 1.6 mi | — |
| Rodeo Hills Elementary Rodeo | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Ellerhorst Elementary Pinole | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Collins Elementary Pinole | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Pinole Valley High Pinole | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinole | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| LA CASITA BILINGUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pinole | 2.1 mi | — |
| Big Minds Unschool Online Pinole | 2.3 mi | — |
| BIG MINDS Pinole | 2.3 mi | — |
| Stewart Elementary Pinole | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| King's Academy Pinole | 2.5 mi | — |
| Valley View Elementary Richmond | 3.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Murphy Elementary El Sobrante | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Sobrante | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| El Sobrante Christian School El Sobrante | 3.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94547 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,583
Median Home Value
$741,200
Median Rent
$3,003/mo
Population
26,245
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
81.1%
Avg Commute
38.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
43.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lupine Hills Elementary
What grades does Lupine Hills Elementary serve?
Lupine Hills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lupine Hills Elementary?
Lupine Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lupine Hills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lupine Hills Elementary is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lupine Hills Elementary rank in CA?
Lupine Hills Elementary ranks #6,809 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lupine Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lupine Hills 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 Lupine Hills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lupine Hills Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lupine Hills Elementary a charter school?
No, Lupine Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lupine Hills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lupine Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lupine Hills Elementary?
46.2% of students at Lupine Hills 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 381
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.1%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1411
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #25 of 52
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