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Pine Hollow Middle

Middle School · Mt. Diablo Unified

5522 Pine Hollow Rd., Concord, CA 94521

Enrollment

557

Student-Teacher

23.2:1

Score

5.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,271 of 9,539

In Concord

#6 of 23

public schools

In district

#20 of 47

Mt. Diablo Unified

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Pine Hollow Middle

5.6/10

Middle School in Concord · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Highlands Elementary

5.7/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Mt. Diablo Elementary

6.0/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Pine Hollow Middle

Pine Hollow Middle is a public middle school in Concord, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified. Pine Hollow Middle serves approximately 557 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

Pine Hollow Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,271 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Pine Hollow Middle show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Pine Hollow Middle runs 23.2:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-5.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-17.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,421
Chronic Absenteeism25.1%

Pine Hollow Middle — Students at Pine Hollow Middle score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 38.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
33.9% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 53.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.6% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
43%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
35%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
28.7%
ELA
41.8%
2024
Math
28.8%
ELA
47%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Pine Hollow Middle Compares

See how Pine Hollow Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in CA
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

Location

5522 Pine Hollow Rd., Concord, CA 94521

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pine Hollow Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Diablo View Middle (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Clayton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOPE ACADEMY FOR DYSLEXICS (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Highlands Elementary Concord 0.1 mi 5.7
Mt. Diablo Elementary Clayton 0.8 mi 6.0
Clayton Valley Charter High Concord 1.0 mi 7.6
Hope Academy for Dyslexics Concord 1.2 mi
HOPE ACADEMY FOR DYSLEXICS Concord 1.2 mi 6.5
STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Concord 1.6 mi
Ayers Elementary Concord 1.7 mi 5.1
MYRTLE FARM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Concord 1.9 mi
Silverwood Elementary Concord 1.8 mi 5.5
Voyager Academy Concord 2.0 mi
ANGELS MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Concord 2.0 mi
Diablo View Middle Clayton 1.9 mi 7.0
Mountain View Elementary Concord 2.4 mi 4.9
WOOD ROSE ACADEMY Concord 2.5 mi 4.8
Wood Rose Academy Concord 2.5 mi
Tabernacle Christian, Inc. Concord 2.9 mi
TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. Concord 2.9 mi 5.4
King's Valley Christian School Concord 2.8 mi
KINGS VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord 2.8 mi 6.5
Concord High Concord 3.1 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,312

Median Home Value

$823,100

Median Rent

$2,388/mo

Population

41,118

College Educated

44%

Homeownership

73.3%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

43

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pine Hollow Middle

What grades does Pine Hollow Middle serve?

Pine Hollow Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Pine Hollow Middle?

Pine Hollow Middle has an enrollment of approximately 557 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Hollow Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Pine Hollow Middle is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pine Hollow Middle rank in CA?

Pine Hollow Middle ranks #6,271 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Pine Hollow Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Pine Hollow Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Pine Hollow Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Hollow Middle has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Pine Hollow Middle a charter school?

No, Pine Hollow Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pine Hollow Middle a Title I school?

No, Pine Hollow Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pine Hollow Middle?

34.1% of students at Pine Hollow Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
557
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Contra Costa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

District

Mt. Diablo Unified
District Enrollment
29,356
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,421
District Rank
#20 of 47

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