Below Average
#8090 of 9,539 schools in CA
Rodeo Hills Elementary
Elementary School · John Swett Unified
545 Garretson St., Rodeo, CA 94572
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,090 of 9,539
In district
#3 of 3
John Swett Unified
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About Rodeo Hills Elementary
Rodeo Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in Rodeo, CA, part of John Swett Unified. Rodeo Hills Elementary serves approximately 551 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Rodeo Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #8,090 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Rodeo Hills Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Rodeo Hills Elementary runs 20.4:1 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.
47% of students at Rodeo Hills 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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Rodeo Hills Elementary — Students at Rodeo Hills Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.5%
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: 3.7/10.
How Rodeo Hills Elementary Compares
See how Rodeo Hills Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
545 Garretson St., Rodeo, CA 94572
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rodeo Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West County Mandarin (rated 8.9/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Pinole), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ohlone Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Hercules), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shannon Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Pinole), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rodeo, see our Rodeo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Patrick School Rodeo | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Rodeo | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Ohlone Elementary Hercules | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Lupine Hills Elementary Hercules | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| LA CASITA BILINGUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Pinole | 2.1 mi | — |
| Collins Elementary Pinole | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pinole | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Big Minds Unschool Online Pinole | 2.3 mi | — |
| BIG MINDS Pinole | 2.3 mi | — |
| Hercules High Hercules | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Hercules Middle Hercules | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| King's Academy Pinole | 2.5 mi | — |
| Pinole Valley High Pinole | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Stewart Elementary Pinole | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Pinole Middle Pinole | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| West County Mandarin Pinole | 3.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Ellerhorst Elementary Pinole | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Hanna Ranch Elementary Hercules | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Carquinez Middle Crockett | 3.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Shannon Elementary Pinole | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94572 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,074
Median Home Value
$653,500
Median Rent
$2,143/mo
Population
8,712
College Educated
27.1%
Homeownership
58.2%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
41.1
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| Allan Peterson Elementary Merced, CA | 4.4 |
| Atherwood Elementary Simi Valley, CA | 4.4 |
| Avaxat Elementary Murrieta, CA | 4.4 |
| Beaumont Elementary Vista, CA | 4.4 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville, CA | 4.4 |
| Boulder Creek Elementary Boulder Creek, CA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rodeo Hills Elementary
What grades does Rodeo Hills Elementary serve?
Rodeo Hills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Rodeo Hills Elementary?
Rodeo Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rodeo Hills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Rodeo Hills Elementary is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rodeo Hills Elementary rank in CA?
Rodeo Hills Elementary ranks #8,090 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Rodeo Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Rodeo Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Rodeo Hills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rodeo Hills Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Rodeo Hills Elementary a charter school?
No, Rodeo Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rodeo Hills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Rodeo Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rodeo Hills Elementary?
79.5% of students at Rodeo Hills 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
- 551
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.5%
- Phone
- (510) 799-4431
Resources & Links
District
John Swett Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,220
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,340
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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