Very Good
#1904 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 20% in state
Sleepy Hollow Elementary
Elementary School · Orinda Union
20 Washington Ln., Orinda, CA 94563
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Orinda
#5 of 6
public schools
California elementary schools
#1,335 of 5,817
In district
#4 of 5
Orinda Union
Equity
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Sleepy Hollow Elementary
Sleepy Hollow Elementary in Orinda serves 374 students from kindergarten through fifth grade with a student-teacher ratio of 19.7:1 and 19 full-time equivalent teachers. This exceptional public school has earned a remarkable 9.4 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks 64th among California's 9,566 elementary schools, placing it in the 99th percentile statewide. The school's academic performance is outstanding, with an impressive 9.9 out of 10 academic score.
Students consistently excel in both English Language Arts and Mathematics, with 84% achieving proficiency or above in each subject area across all grade levels. These strong results reflect the high educational expectations and support found throughout the school community. Located on Washington Lane in Orinda's 94563 ZIP code area, Sleepy Hollow Elementary serves a highly educated and affluent community where 86% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.
The neighborhood maintains a median household income of $250,001 and median home values of $1,739,600, with a notably low poverty rate of just 2.1%. The school sits in Contra Costa County's large suburban setting, providing students with access to both excellent educational resources and the natural beauty of the East Bay hills that characterize this prestigious Orinda community.
Score Breakdown
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Sleepy Hollow Elementary — Students at Sleepy Hollow Elementary score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
2.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Sleepy Hollow Elementary Compares
See how Sleepy Hollow Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 87% (2019) to 83.73% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 87% (2019) to 84.24% (2024).
Location
20 Washington Ln., Orinda, CA 94563
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sleepy Hollow Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John Muir Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cragmont Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Emerson Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Orinda, see our Orinda schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wagner Ranch Elementary Orinda | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Holden High School Orinda | 1.7 mi | — |
| HOLDEN HIGH SCHOOL Orinda | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ORINDA ACADEMY Orinda | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Orinda Academy Orinda | 1.9 mi | — |
| Glorietta Elementary Orinda | 3.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Happy Valley Elementary Lafayette | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Kaiser Early Childhood Center Oakland | 4.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Bentley School Oakland | 4.2 mi | — |
| CONTRA COSTA JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Lafayette | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Contra Costa Jewish Day School Lafayette | 3.8 mi | — |
| John Muir Elementary Berkeley | 4.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Pear Tree Community School Oakland | 4.5 mi | — |
| Cragmont Elementary Berkeley | 3.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Emerson Elementary Berkeley | 4.3 mi | 9.1 |
| MAYBECK HIGH SCHOOL Berkeley | 4.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Maybeck High School Berkeley | 4.3 mi | — |
| BERKELEY ROSE WALDORF SCHOOL Berkeley | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Emerge Berkeley Christian Academy Berkeley | 4.3 mi | — |
| THE COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Oakland | 4.7 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94563 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,810,100
Median Rent
$2,407/mo
Population
19,409
College Educated
85.3%
Homeownership
92.1%
Avg Commute
36.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Median Age
49
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sleepy Hollow Elementary has a median household income of $250,001. It is a well-educated community where 85% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,810,100, with a median rent of $2,407/month. The local poverty rate of 2.1% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Costa Mesa, CA | 7.7 |
| Aldama Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.7 |
| Alta Mesa Elementary Redding, CA | 7.7 |
| Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary Santa Maria, CA | 7.7 |
| Arlington Heights Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.7 |
| Arturo Sanchez Elementary Norwalk, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sleepy Hollow Elementary
What grades does Sleepy Hollow Elementary serve?
Sleepy Hollow Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sleepy Hollow Elementary?
Sleepy Hollow Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sleepy Hollow Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sleepy Hollow Elementary is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sleepy Hollow Elementary rank in CA?
Sleepy Hollow Elementary is ranked #1904 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Sleepy Hollow Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sleepy Hollow Elementary has a composite rating of 7.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sleepy Hollow Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sleepy Hollow Elementary has 84.4% math proficiency and 84.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Sleepy Hollow Elementary a charter school?
No, Sleepy Hollow Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sleepy Hollow Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sleepy Hollow Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sleepy Hollow Elementary?
2.7% of students at Sleepy Hollow 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 374
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 2.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Phone
- (925) 254-8711
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Orinda Union- District Enrollment
- 2,554
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,312
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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