Calaveras Hills Elementary School

1331 E. Calaveras Blvd.
Milpitas, CA 95035
Rating
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Calaveras Hills Elementary School serves 82 students in grades 9-12.
Calaveras Hills Elementary School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 82 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • Graduation Rate
    : 6-9% (Btm 50% in CA)
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Bottom 50%
  • Math Proficiency
    : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 40-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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School Overview

Calaveras Hills Elementary School's student population of 82 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
82 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
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School Rankings

Calaveras Hills Elementary School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Calaveras Hills Elementary School is 0.58, 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.
Definition of Terms 2020-2021 School Year Data
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State Level (CA)
Overall Testing Rank
#2227 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
22:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
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Asian
13%
12%
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Hispanic
63%
56%
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Black
6%
5%
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White
9%
22%
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Hawaiian
3%
n/a
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Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Diversity Score
0.58
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Graduation Rate
6-9%
85%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
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Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Calaveras Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Calaveras Hills Elementary School is ranked #2227 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calaveras Hills Elementary School?
The graduation rate of Calaveras Hills Elementary School is 6-9%, which is lower than the California state average of 85%.
How many students attend Calaveras Hills Elementary School?
82 students attend Calaveras Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Calaveras Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calaveras Hills Elementary School?
Calaveras Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Calaveras Hills Elementary School offer ?
Calaveras Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Calaveras Hills Elementary School part of?
Calaveras Hills Elementary School is part of Milpitas Unified School District.

School Reviews

5   8/18/2009
Calaveras Hills H.S. (Cal Hills) is a school for student behind in their high school credits. It received an API of 714 for 2008. This was one of the highest API for the state of California. Cal Hills has won many championships against rivals Alta Vista and Robertson High Schools. Coach David Jenkins' softball team had an undefeated 2009 season. Edward Tico head the Resource Program. This program may be the best in the state for helping Special Education students. Ms. Katie Martinez (pricipal) and Dr. Karl Black provide leadership to help students achieve their goals.
- Posted by Parent - etwvj

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Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 82 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 91%
  • Graduation Rate
    : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Bottom 50%
  • Math Proficiency
    : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 40-59% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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