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#1515 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Mission Hills School
Elementary School
2330 POMAR VISTA AVE, Castro Valley, CA 94546
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#1,515 of 1,787
In Castro Valley
#3 of 4
public schools
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Mission Hills School
Elementary School in Castro Valley · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mission Hills School
Mission Hills School is a private elementary school in Castro Valley, CA. Mission Hills School serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mission Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,515 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 157 students, Mission Hills 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.
Mission Hills School runs 22.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Mission Hills 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
BetaHow Mission Hills School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Castro Valley, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mission Hills School (this school) | 5.1 |
| Stanton Elementary | 5.7 |
| Chabot Elementary | 8.3 |
| Castro Valley Elementary | 7.6 |
| Castro Valley Virtual Academy | 7.6 |
| Marshall Elementary | 7.8 |
| Proctor Elementary | 8.4 |
| Vannoy Elementary | 7.0 |
| Independent Elementary | 6.6 |
| Jensen Ranch Elementary | 7.6 |
| Palomares Elementary | 5.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2330 POMAR VISTA AVE, Castro Valley, CA 94546
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mission Hills School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chabot Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Castro Valley Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Knowledge Enlightens You (KEY) Academy (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Dublin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Castro Valley, see our Castro Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94546 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,780
Median Home Value
$976,300
Median Rent
$2,506/mo
Population
45,848
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
33.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cheremoya Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.1 |
| DOLORES MISSION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Los Angeles, CA | 5.1 |
| Kernville Elementary Lake Isabella, CA | 5.1 |
| Marblehead Elementary San Clemente, CA | 5.1 |
| Mission Education Center San Francisco, CA | 5.1 |
| Nuestro Elementary Live Oak, CA | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mission Hills School
What grades does Mission Hills School serve?
Mission Hills School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mission Hills School?
Mission Hills School has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Hills School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mission Hills School is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mission Hills School rank in CA?
Mission Hills School ranks #1,515 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Mission Hills School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mission Hills School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mission Hills School a private school?
Yes, Mission Hills 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 Mission Hills School a religious school?
No, Mission Hills School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 157
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Phone
- (510) 317-0627
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