Excellent
#1251 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 13% in state
Ralph E. Hawes Elementary
Elementary School · Huntington Beach City Elementary
9682 Yellowstone Dr., Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,251 of 9,539
In Huntington Beach
#9 of 32
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
Huntington Beach City Elementary
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Ralph E. Hawes Elementary
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About Ralph E. Hawes Elementary
Ralph E. Hawes Elementary is a public elementary school in Huntington Beach, CA, part of Huntington Beach City Elementary. Ralph E.
Hawes Elementary serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Ralph E. Hawes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,251 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Ralph E. Hawes Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ralph E. Hawes Elementary 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
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Ralph E. Hawes Elementary — Students at Ralph E. Hawes Elementary score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.8/10.
How Ralph E. Hawes Elementary Compares
See how Ralph E. Hawes 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
9682 Yellowstone Dr., Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ralph E. Hawes Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Adams Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Costa Mesa), which scores slightly higher. Another option is John H. Eader Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Newland (William T.) Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Huntington Beach, see our Huntington Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Isaac L. Sowers Middle Huntington Beach | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Oka (Isojiro) Elementary Huntington Beach | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| St. Simon and St. Jude Elementary Huntington Beach | 0.6 mi | — |
| STS SIMON & JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Huntington Beach | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Elm Tree Academy Huntington Beach | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE PEGASUS SCHOOL Huntington Beach | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| S. A. Moffett Elementary Huntington Beach | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Talbert (Samuel E.) Middle Huntington Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| My First Montessori Huntington Beach | 1.2 mi | — |
| MY FIRST MONTESSORI Huntington Beach | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Newland (William T.) Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Edison High Huntington Beach | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF ORANGE COUNTY Costa Mesa | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Waldorf School of Orange County Costa Mesa | 1.3 mi | — |
| Victoria Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| John H. Eader Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Gisler (Robert) Elementary Fountain Valley | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| John R. Peterson Elementary Huntington Beach | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Estancia High Costa Mesa | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Adams Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,841
Median Home Value
$1,031,700
Median Rent
$2,570/mo
Population
55,814
College Educated
50.4%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
47.2
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| Ardenwood Elementary Fremont, CA | 8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ralph E. Hawes Elementary
What grades does Ralph E. Hawes Elementary serve?
Ralph E. Hawes Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ralph E. Hawes Elementary?
Ralph E. Hawes Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ralph E. Hawes Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ralph E. Hawes Elementary 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 Ralph E. Hawes Elementary rank in CA?
Ralph E. Hawes Elementary ranks #1,251 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ralph E. Hawes Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ralph E. Hawes Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Ralph E. Hawes Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ralph E. Hawes Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ralph E. Hawes Elementary a charter school?
No, Ralph E. Hawes Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ralph E. Hawes Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ralph E. Hawes Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ralph E. Hawes Elementary?
19.8% of students at Ralph E. Hawes 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
- 464
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.6%
- Phone
- (714) 963-8302
Resources & Links
District
Huntington Beach City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,628
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,730
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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