Needs Improvement
#9085 of 9,539 schools in CA
R. O. Hardin Elementary
Elementary School · Hollister
881 Line St., Hollister, CA 95023
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,085 of 9,539
In Hollister
#19 of 19
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
Hollister
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R. O. Hardin Elementary
Elementary School in Hollister · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About R. O. Hardin Elementary
R. O. Hardin Elementary is a public elementary school in Hollister, CA, part of Hollister.
R. O. Hardin Elementary serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
R. O. Hardin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #9,085 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for R. O. Hardin Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
R. O. Hardin Elementary runs 24.2:1 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.
35% of students at R. O. Hardin Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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R. O. Hardin Elementary — Students at R. O. Hardin Elementary score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
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: 4.1/10.
How R. O. Hardin Elementary Compares
See how R. O. Hardin Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
881 Line St., Hollister, CA 95023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering R. O. Hardin Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLLISTER CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sunnyslope Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hollister, see our Hollister schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hollister Prep Hollister | 0.0 mi | 3.8 |
| SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL Hollister | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Little Tree Community- A Wildflower Montessori Sch Hollister | 0.5 mi | — |
| Hollister High Hollister | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Calaveras Elementary Hollister | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Accelerated Achievement Academy Hollister | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Rancho San Justo Hollister | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| San Andreas Continuation High Hollister | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| San Benito County Opportunity Hollister | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Pinnacles Community Hollister | 1.0 mi | — |
| HOLLISTER CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Hollister | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Ladd Lane Elementary Hollister | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Maze Middle Hollister | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Hollister Dual Language Academy Hollister | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Sunnyslope Elementary Hollister | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| HOLLISTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hollister | 1.8 mi | — |
| San Benito County Juvenile Hall Court Hollister | 2.5 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hollister | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Hollister Adventist Christian School Hollister | 2.4 mi | — |
| HOLLISTER SDA CHRISTIAN SCHO Hollister | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,156
Median Home Value
$740,500
Median Rent
$1,908/mo
Population
58,374
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
36.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
35.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Sacramento, CA | 3.4 |
| Adams Elementary Stockton, CA | 3.4 |
| Aspire Gateway Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 3.4 |
| Bridge Street Elementary Yuba City, CA | 3.4 |
| Carroll Fowler Elementary Ceres, CA | 3.4 |
| Chavez (Cesar) Elementary San Francisco, CA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about R. O. Hardin Elementary
What grades does R. O. Hardin Elementary serve?
R. O. Hardin Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend R. O. Hardin Elementary?
R. O. Hardin Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at R. O. Hardin Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at R. O. Hardin Elementary is 24.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does R. O. Hardin Elementary rank in CA?
R. O. Hardin Elementary ranks #9,085 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is R. O. Hardin Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
R. O. Hardin Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 R. O. Hardin Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, R. O. Hardin Elementary has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is R. O. Hardin Elementary a charter school?
No, R. O. Hardin Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is R. O. Hardin Elementary a Title I school?
No, R. O. Hardin Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for R. O. Hardin Elementary?
80.0% of students at R. O. Hardin 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
- 459
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- San Benito County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (831) 636-4440
Resources & Links
District
Hollister- District Enrollment
- 5,772
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,616
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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