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San Benito County Opportunity
Middle School · San Benito County Office of Education
460 Fifth St., Hollister, CA 95023
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
7th – 9th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
6.3
Grades
7th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,987 of 9,539
In Hollister
#5 of 19
public schools
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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San Benito County Opportunity
Middle School in Hollister · grades 7th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About San Benito County Opportunity
San Benito County Opportunity is a public middle school in Hollister, CA, part of San Benito County Office of Education. San Benito County Opportunity serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades 7th-9th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. San Benito County Opportunity has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,987 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for San Benito County Opportunity show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, San Benito County Opportunity is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at San Benito County Opportunity sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
97% of students at San Benito County Opportunity 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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San Benito County Opportunity — Students at San Benito County Opportunity score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How San Benito County Opportunity Compares
See how San Benito County Opportunity performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
460 Fifth St., Hollister, CA 95023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Benito County Opportunity may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Accelerated Achievement Academy (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rancho San Justo (rated 4.5/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Maze Middle (rated 4.1/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hollister, see our Hollister schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Andreas Continuation High Hollister | 0.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Pinnacles Community Hollister | 0.0 mi | — |
| HOLLISTER CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Hollister | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Maze Middle Hollister | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Hollister Dual Language Academy Hollister | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Rancho San Justo Hollister | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| SACRED HEART PARISH SCHOOL Hollister | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Hollister High Hollister | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Hollister Prep Hollister | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| R. O. Hardin Elementary Hollister | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Little Tree Community- A Wildflower Montessori Sch Hollister | 1.2 mi | — |
| Sunnyslope Elementary Hollister | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Calaveras Elementary Hollister | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Accelerated Achievement Academy Hollister | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Hollister Adventist Christian School Hollister | 1.4 mi | — |
| HOLLISTER SDA CHRISTIAN SCHO Hollister | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Ladd Lane Elementary Hollister | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| HOLLISTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Hollister | 1.8 mi | — |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hollister | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| San Benito County Juvenile Hall Court Hollister | 2.1 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lancaster, CA | 6.1 |
| ONE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Jose, CA | 6.0 |
| PATHWAY SCHOOL INC. Laguna Hills, CA | 5.9 |
| Potter Valley Junior High Potter Valley, CA | 6.7 |
| Baker Junior High Baker, CA | 5.8 |
| TOPANGA MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Woodland Hills, CA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Benito County Opportunity
What grades does San Benito County Opportunity serve?
San Benito County Opportunity serves students in grades 7th through 9th.
How many students attend San Benito County Opportunity?
San Benito County Opportunity has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Benito County Opportunity?
The student-teacher ratio at San Benito County Opportunity is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Benito County Opportunity rank in CA?
San Benito County Opportunity ranks #4,987 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is San Benito County Opportunity's MySchoolScout rating?
San Benito County Opportunity has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 San Benito County Opportunity?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Benito County Opportunity has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is San Benito County Opportunity a charter school?
No, San Benito County Opportunity is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Benito County Opportunity a Title I school?
No, San Benito County Opportunity is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for San Benito County Opportunity?
82.4% of students at San Benito County Opportunity 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
- 7th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.4%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- San Benito County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.1%
- Phone
- (831) 637-9269
Resources & Links
District
San Benito County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 54
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $393,794
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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