Southside Elementary

Hollister is one of those Central California towns that still has a genuine small-town feel despite being within striking distance of Silicon Valley and the Monterey Bay area, and Southside Elementary fits that character well. Serving kids all the way through 8th grade, it offers families a consistent, community-rooted experience without the transitions that come with separate middle school campuses — something that tends to appeal to parents who value stability and knowing the teachers and staff over many years. Academically solid across the board, it's a good fit for families who want a dependable neighborhood school in a quieter, more affordable corner of the Bay Area region.