Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hollister Prep ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hollister Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hollister Prep's student population of 534 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
534 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Hollister Prep ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hollister Prep is 0.24, 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
#1467 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
31:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%

Hispanic
87%
56%

Black
n/a
5%
White
9%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hollister Prep's ranking?
Hollister Prep is ranked #1467 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hollister Prep often compared to?
Hollister Prepis often viewed alongside schools like Accelerated Achievement Academy, Ladd Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hollister Prep?
534 students attend Hollister Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hollister Prep students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hollister Prep?
Hollister Prep has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hollister Prep offer ?
Hollister Prep offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Hollister Prep part of?
Hollister Prep is part of Hollister Prep School District.
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