Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoebe Apperson Hearst 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
Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School's student population of 467 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#468 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
50%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School's ranking?
Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School is ranked #468 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School often compared to?
Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vintage Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School?
467 students attend Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School?
Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School offer ?
Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School part of?
Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary School is part of Pleasanton Unified School District.
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