Serving 109 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bolinas-stinson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bolinas-Stinson Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 127.7 square miles around Bolinas, CA. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 5.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 22.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bolinas-stinson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bolinas-stinson Elementary School's student population of 109 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
109 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1858
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bolinas-stinson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bolinas-stinson Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1782 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
67%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bolinas-stinson Elementary School's ranking?
Bolinas-stinson Elementary School is ranked #1782 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bolinas-stinson Elementary School?
109 students attend Bolinas-stinson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bolinas-stinson Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bolinas-stinson Elementary School?
Bolinas-stinson Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bolinas-stinson Elementary School offer ?
Bolinas-stinson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bolinas-stinson Elementary School part of?
Bolinas-stinson Elementary School is part of Bolinas-Stinson Union School District.
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