Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hall District Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hall District Elementary serves the southeast part of Watsonville, CA, covering an area of approximately 13.4 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest point from the school is about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hall District Elementary School's student population of 470 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Mission: Hall District Elementary fosters a positive and safe environment. Together we become a respectful, responsible, and resourceful community of learners.
School Rankings
Hall District Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hall District Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#9163 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Hispanic
96%
56%
White
4%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hall District Elementary School's ranking?
Hall District Elementary School is ranked #9163 out of 9,523 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hall District Elementary School?
470 students attend Hall District Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Hall District Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hall District Elementary School?
Hall District Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hall District Elementary School offer ?
Hall District Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Hall District Elementary School part of?
Hall District Elementary School is part of Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
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