DOLORES HUERTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dolores Huerta Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Stockton Unified school district, located in Stockton, CA with about 528 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 14 teachers, Dolores Huerta Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 37:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Dolores Huerta Elementary is a public school located in the southeastern section of Stockton, California, serving students in grades Pre-K through 8. Named after the iconic labor leader and civil rights activist, the school operates under the Stockton Unified School District. It is situated in a diverse, working-class neighborhood, and its academic mission is built upon the values of community engagement, advocacy, and educational equity that reflect the legacy of its namesake.

The school is noted for its focus on providing a comprehensive educational experience that includes both core academic instruction and social-emotional development. As a K-8 facility, it offers a stable environment for students to transition from early childhood through the middle school years. The campus serves as a central hub for the surrounding community, frequently hosting programs and initiatives designed to support local families and encourage student leadership, mirroring the community-organizing spirit for which Dolores Huerta is globally recognized.

For more information, contact Dolores Huerta Elementary at (209) 933-7220 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.