Serving 51 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Diamond Valley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Diamond Valley Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Markleeville, CA, encompassing approximately 743.2 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of this zone is about 18.4 miles, reaching up to 31.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Diamond Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Diamond Valley Elementary School's student population of 51 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
51 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Diamond Valley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Diamond Valley Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#6910 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
57%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diamond Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Diamond Valley Elementary School is ranked #6910 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Diamond Valley Elementary School?
51 students attend Diamond Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Diamond Valley Elementary School students are American Indian, 31% of students are White, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Diamond Valley Elementary School?
Diamond Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Diamond Valley Elementary School offer ?
Diamond Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Diamond Valley Elementary School part of?
Diamond Valley Elementary School is part of Alpine County Unified School District.
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