Serving 826 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ben Hulse Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 826 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ben Hulse Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ben Hulse Elementary School's student population of 826 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
826 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Ben Hulse Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ben Hulse Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#2771 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Hulse Elementary School's ranking?
Ben Hulse Elementary School is ranked #2771 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% 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 Ben Hulse Elementary School?
826 students attend Ben Hulse Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ben Hulse Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ben Hulse Elementary School?
Ben Hulse Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ben Hulse Elementary School offer ?
Ben Hulse Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ben Hulse Elementary School part of?
Ben Hulse Elementary School is part of Imperial Unified School District.
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