Serving 618 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valentine Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valentine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Valentine Elementary School's student population of 618 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valentine Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valentine Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#64 out of 3649 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
59%
12%
Hispanic
3%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
25%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valentine Elementary School's ranking?
Valentine Elementary School is ranked #64 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valentine Elementary School often compared to?
Valentine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Valentine Elementary School?
618 students attend Valentine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Valentine Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valentine Elementary School?
Valentine Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valentine Elementary School offer ?
Valentine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Valentine Elementary School part of?
Valentine Elementary School is part of San Marino Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School - Dismissal at 12:00pm (Events)
May 30, 2024 (Thursday)
Summer Break Begins (Events)
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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