Excellent
#1614 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 17% in state
Ohlone Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
201 Turquoise Dr., Hercules, CA 94547
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,614 of 9,539
In Hercules
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#6 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Ohlone Elementary
Elementary School in Hercules · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ohlone Elementary
Ohlone Elementary is a public elementary school in Hercules, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Ohlone Elementary serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ohlone Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,614 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ohlone Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ohlone Elementary 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.
Score Breakdown
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Ohlone Elementary — Students at Ohlone Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Ohlone Elementary Compares
See how Ohlone Elementary 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
201 Turquoise Dr., Hercules, CA 94547
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ohlone Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West County Mandarin (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Pinole), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Pinole), with a comparable rating. Additionally, EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby El Sobrante), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hercules, see our Hercules schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Collins Elementary Pinole | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Lupine Hills Elementary Hercules | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinole | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| LA CASITA BILINGUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pinole | 1.1 mi | — |
| Pinole Valley High Pinole | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Big Minds Unschool Online Pinole | 1.2 mi | — |
| BIG MINDS Pinole | 1.2 mi | — |
| Hercules High Hercules | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Hercules Middle Hercules | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Rodeo | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| St. Patrick School Rodeo | 1.6 mi | — |
| Rodeo Hills Elementary Rodeo | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Stewart Elementary Pinole | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Ellerhorst Elementary Pinole | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| King's Academy Pinole | 1.5 mi | — |
| Pinole Middle Pinole | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| West County Mandarin Pinole | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Sobrante | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| El Sobrante Christian School El Sobrante | 2.3 mi | — |
| Murphy Elementary El Sobrante | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
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 Ohlone Elementary
What grades does Ohlone Elementary serve?
Ohlone Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ohlone Elementary?
Ohlone Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ohlone Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ohlone Elementary is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ohlone Elementary rank in CA?
Ohlone Elementary ranks #1,614 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ohlone Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ohlone Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Ohlone Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ohlone Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ohlone Elementary a charter school?
No, Ohlone Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ohlone Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ohlone Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ohlone Elementary?
35.3% of students at Ohlone 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
- 493
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.2%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1443
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #6 of 52
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