Serving 806 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Browns Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 806 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Browns Valley Elementary serves the northern part of Vacaville, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 15 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Browns Valley Elementary School's student population of 806 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
806 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Browns Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Browns Valley Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2361 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Browns Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Browns Valley Elementary School is ranked #2361 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Browns Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Browns Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cooper Elementary School, Edwin Markham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Browns Valley Elementary School?
806 students attend Browns Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Browns Valley Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Browns Valley Elementary School?
Browns Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Browns Valley Elementary School offer ?
Browns Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Browns Valley Elementary School part of?
Browns Valley Elementary School is part of Vacaville Unified School District.
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