Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blue Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blue Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blue Hills Elementary School's student population of 424 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Blue Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Hills Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#47 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
72%
12%
Hispanic
4%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Blue Hills Elementary School is ranked #47 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Blue Hills Elementary School?
424 students attend Blue Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Blue Hills Elementary School students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Hills Elementary School?
Blue Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Blue Hills Elementary School offer ?
Blue Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Blue Hills Elementary School part of?
Blue Hills Elementary School is part of Cupertino Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Blue Hills Elementary School located?
Blue Hills Elementary School is located in the Blue Hills neighborhood of Saratoga, CA.
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