Top Rankings
Vallecito Union School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 580 students in Vallecito Union School District. This district's average testing ranking is 8/10, which is in the top 30% of public schools in California.
Public Schools in Vallecito Union School District have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (CA)
# Schools
4 Schools
10,369 Schools
# Students
580 Students
5,826,838 Students
# Teachers
31 Teachers
268,018 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
19:1
Student By Grade
District Rank
Vallecito Union School District, which is ranked #396 of all 1,910 school districts in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
Overall District Rank
#396 out of 1932 school districts
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.46
0.63
% American Indian
2%
1%
% Asian
1%
12%
% Hispanic
19%
56%
% Black
n/a
5%
% White
71%
20%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $20,893 is higher than the state median of $19,974. The school district revenue/student has declined by 6% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $32,069 is higher than the state median of $18,396. The school district spending/student has declined by 6% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$12 MM
$116,387 MM
Spending
$19 MM
$107,188 MM
Revenue / Student
$20,893
$19,974
Spending / Student
$32,069
$18,396
Best Vallecito Union School District Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Albert A. Michelson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
196 Pennsylvania Gulch Rd.
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 728-3441
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 728-3441
Gr: K-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Vallecito Independent Study (Alternative)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4545 Moran Rd.
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8504
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8504
Gr: K-8
Rank: #33.
Avery Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4545 Moran Rd.
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8520
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8520
Gr: 6-8 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Hazel Fischer Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1605 Blagen Rd.
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8030
Avery, CA 95224
(209) 795-8030
Gr: K-5 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Vallecito Union School District?
Vallecito Union School District manages 4 public schools serving 580 students.
What is the rank of Vallecito Union School District?
Vallecito Union School District is ranked #396 out of 1,910 school districts in California (top 30%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2022-2023 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of California school districts for: Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
What is the racial composition of students in Vallecito Union School District?
71% of Vallecito Union School District students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Vallecito Union School District?
Vallecito Union School District has a student/teacher ratio of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What is Vallecito Union School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $32,069 is higher than the state median of $18,396. The school district spending/student has declined by 6% over four school years.
Recent Articles
Why Single-Sex Public Schools are Growing in Popularity
This article examines the growing trend of single-sex public schools in the United States. It explores the potential benefits, research findings, and controversies surrounding gender-specific education, as well as the factors driving its increasing popularity among parents and educators.
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
Teachers across the country are being accused of cheating on standardized tests, using erasers to conveniently change their students’ answers. However, are these teachers driven to cheat because the funding system is flawed?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
Recent deaths during field trips have parents and school officials questioning the safety of these excursions. Learn about these tragedies and what parameters should be in place to ensure a safe field trip.
