Serving 574 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hurley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hurley Elementary serves the western part of Visalia, CA, covering an area of approximately 12.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 5.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hurley Elementary School's student population of 574 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hurley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hurley Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2941 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hurley Elementary School's ranking?
Hurley Elementary School is ranked #2941 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hurley Elementary School often compared to?
Hurley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manuel F. Hernandez, Oak Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hurley Elementary School?
574 students attend Hurley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hurley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hurley Elementary School?
Hurley Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hurley Elementary School offer ?
Hurley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Hurley Elementary School part of?
Hurley Elementary School is part of Visalia Unified School District.
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