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Joe Henderson Elementary

Benicia Unified · Solano County · 650 Hastings Drive, Benicia, CA 94510-1312

(707) 747-8370

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8/10
#1315
Rank 1315 out of 5,722
Top 23%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1678 · 71st percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #1054 · 82nd percentile
Science8/10 · #1246 · 78th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Benicia is one of those hidden-gem Bay Area towns that feels like a small coastal community despite being just a short drive from the hustle of the East Bay — and Joe Henderson Elementary fits right into that character. With strong math and science scores pushing into the 80th percentile range, it's a solid choice for families who want serious academics without the pressure-cooker environment of some nearby districts. Families drawn to Benicia's historic downtown, waterfront trails, and tight-knit community vibe tend to love what Henderson offers as a neighborhood school that reflects the town's grounded, unpretentious spirit.

Student Demographics

256 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
102 (40%)
Hispanic
61 (24%)
Multiple Races
47 (18%)
Filipino
18 (7%)
Asian
15 (6%)
African American
12 (5%)
Other
1 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners19 (7%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged66 (26%)
Students with Disabilities42 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

530
Enrollment
25.9
Teachers (FTE)
20.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
22.2
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #3655 · 40th percentile

85 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found