San Benito County Schools & Education
San Benito County, California
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
38/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Lower Signal
Graduation Rate
83.8%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
83.8%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 87.5%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,690
National avg $13,239
State avg $8,762
School Score
38/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 55/100
State Score Position
#57
of 58 counties by score
Education Data Brief: San Benito County
Measured School Summary
San Benito County faces educational challenges with a school score of 38/100 and a graduation rate of 83.8%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,690 per pupil, San Benito County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 31% below the California average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 3.7 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 12% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read San Benito County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
27 public schools and 13 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
38/100
Lower measured signal. Ranks #57 of 58 California counties with school score data.
Completion
83.8%
3.7 pts below the state average
Funding context
$7,690
$1,072 below the state average
School coverage
27
13 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
The county-level signal is lower, so review individual schools and local records before interpreting the score. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
San Benito County has 27 public schools across 13 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What San Benito County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Review-carefully county
San Benito County has a lower measured county-level school signal. Use the school table to look for specific districts or grade bands that may differ from the county average.
State position
#57
of 58 California counties with school score data. The county score is 17 points below the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 96% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Hollister
Elementary and middle visible
5,670 students
10 listed schools in this county slice.
San Benito High
High school only in this slice
3,556 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
North County Joint Union Elementary
Elementary school only in this slice
743 students
1 listed school in this county slice.
Aromas - San Juan Unified
Elementary and high visible
611 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Hollister is the largest listed district slice, with 10 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in San Benito County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different San Benito County district systems?
Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?
Which charter, magnet, or virtual options require a lottery, application window, separate transportation plan, or address eligibility check?
Which schools are missing enrollment or ratio fields, and does the district publish a newer local profile than the NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data?
Education Overview
About Schools in San Benito County, California
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Small-scale education in a rural setting
San Benito County operates a boutique school system of just 27 schools serving 11,519 students. These schools are distributed across 13 districts, focusing heavily on primary education with 17 elementary campuses.
Graduation rates trailing state averages
The county's graduation rate stands at 83.8%, which is lower than both the state and national averages of 87%. Investment is also lean, with per-pupil expenditure at $7,690 compared to the $13,000 national average.
Hollister districts dominate the landscape
The Hollister district is the primary provider, managing 10 schools for 5,670 students. Options outside traditional districts are limited, as there is currently only one charter school operating in the entire county.
A town and rural learning experience
Unlike its urban neighbors, San Benito's schools are split between town and rural locales, with no city or suburban designations. While Hollister High is a large hub with 3,465 students, the average school size is a modest 461 students.
School Overview
Total Schools
27
in San Benito County
Reported Enrollment
11,519
26 schools reporting
School Districts
13
districts
Charter Schools
1
4% of total
School Level Breakdown
13 School Districts in San Benito County
Hollister
GuideSan Benito High
GuideAromas - San Juan Unified
North County Joint Union Elementary
Hollister Prep District
Southside Elementary
Tres Pinos Union Elementary
San Benito County Office of Education
Bitterwater-Tully Elementary
Cienega Union Elementary
27 Public Schools in San Benito County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 1 high-enrollment school; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 20 of 27 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollister High | Profile | San Benito High | Hollister, 95023Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 3,465 |
| Hollister Dual Language Academy | Record | Hollister | Hollister, 95023Town: Distant | KG–8 | Primary | 847 |
| Ladd Lane Elementary | Record | Hollister | Hollister, 95023Rural: Fringe | KG–7 | Primary | 776 |
| Spring Grove Elementary | Record | North County Joint Union Elementary | Hollister, 95023Rural: Distant | KG–8 | Primary | 743 |
| Sunnyslope Elementary | Record | Hollister | Hollister, 95023Town: Distant | KG–7 | Primary | 640 |
| Rancho Santana | Record | Hollister | Hollister, 95023Rural: Fringe | KG–8 | Primary | 605 |
| Cerra Vista Elementary | Record | Hollister | Hollister, 95023Town: Distant | KG–7 | Primary | 599 |
| Calaveras Elementary | Record | Hollister | Hollister, 95023Town: Distant | KG–8 | Primary | 574 |
| Rancho San Justo | Record | Hollister | Hollister, 95023Town: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 556 |
| Hollister Prep | Record | Hollister Prep District | Hollister, 95023Town: Distant | KG–8 | Charter | 539 |
| R. O. Hardin Elementary | Record | Hollister | Hollister, 95023Town: Distant | KG–5 | Primary | 457 |
| Maze Middle | Record | Hollister | Hollister, 95023Town: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 452 |
| San Juan | Record | Aromas - San Juan Unified | San Juan Bautista, 95045Rural: Distant | KG–8 | Primary | 335 |
| Anzar High | Record | Aromas - San Juan Unified | San Juan Buatista, 95045Rural: Distant | 9–12 | High | 276 |
| Southside Elementary | Record | Southside Elementary | Hollister, 95023Rural: Fringe | KG–8 | Primary | 233 |
| Accelerated Achievement Academy | Record | Hollister | Hollister, 95023Town: Distant | 4–8 | Middle | 164 |
| San Andreas Continuation High | Record | San Benito High | Hollister, 95023Town: Distant | 9–12 | Alternative | 91 |
| Tres Pinos Elementary | Record | Tres Pinos Union Elementary | Tres Pinos, 95075Rural: Fringe | KG–8 | Primary | 51 |
| Bitterwater-Tully Elementary | Record | Bitterwater-Tully Elementary | King City, 93930Rural: Remote | KG–8 | Primary | 30 |
| San Benito County Opportunity | Record | San Benito County Office of Education | Hollister, 95023Town: Distant | 7–9 | Alternative | 23 |
Hollister High
San Benito High
Hollister, 95023 / Town: Distant
Hollister Dual Language Academy
Hollister
Hollister, 95023 / Town: Distant
Spring Grove Elementary
North County Joint Union Elementary
Hollister, 95023 / Rural: Distant
San Juan
Aromas - San Juan Unified
San Juan Bautista, 95045 / Rural: Distant
Anzar High
Aromas - San Juan Unified
San Juan Buatista, 95045 / Rural: Distant
Southside Elementary
Southside Elementary
Hollister, 95023 / Rural: Fringe
San Andreas Continuation High
San Benito High
Hollister, 95023 / Town: Distant
Tres Pinos Elementary
Tres Pinos Union Elementary
Tres Pinos, 95075 / Rural: Fringe
Bitterwater-Tully Elementary
Bitterwater-Tully Elementary
King City, 93930 / Rural: Remote
San Benito County Opportunity
San Benito County Office of Education
Hollister, 95023 / Town: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,690
State avg $8,762
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Schools in San Benito County, California — FAQ
What does the school system look like in San Benito County, California?
San Benito County operates a boutique school system of just 27 schools serving 11,519 students. These schools are distributed across 13 districts, focusing heavily on primary education with 17 elementary campuses.
How do schools in San Benito County perform academically?
The county's graduation rate stands at 83.8%, which is lower than both the state and national averages of 87%. Investment is also lean, with per-pupil expenditure at $7,690 compared to the $13,000 national average.
What are the major school districts in San Benito County, California?
The Hollister district is the primary provider, managing 10 schools for 5,670 students. Options outside traditional districts are limited, as there is currently only one charter school operating in the entire county.
What is the school experience like in San Benito County?
Unlike its urban neighbors, San Benito's schools are split between town and rural locales, with no city or suburban designations. While Hollister High is a large hub with 3,465 students, the average school size is a modest 461 students.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.