Serving 219 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Valley View Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley View Elementary School's student population of 219 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
219 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#4689 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
13%
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Valley View Elementary School's ranking?
Valley View Elementary School is ranked #4689 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valley View Elementary School often compared to?
Valley View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murphy Elementary School, Madera Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?
219 students attend Valley View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Valley View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley View Elementary School?
Valley View Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley View Elementary School offer ?
Valley View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Valley View Elementary School part of?
Valley View Elementary School is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Valley View Elementary School located?
Valley View Elementary School is located in the May Valley neighborhood of El Sobrante, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in May Valley.
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