French Valley Elementary School

36680 Cady Rd.
Winchester, CA 92596
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 755 students in grades Kindergarten-5, French 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 56% (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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 755 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : Top 30% in CA
  • : 45% (Top 30%)
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 30%)
  • : French Valley Elementary serves the northern part of Winchester, CA, covering an area of approximately 11.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

French Valley Elementary School's student population of 755 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
755 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Motto
It's A Great Day To Be A Flyer!

School Rankings

French 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 French Valley Elementary School is 0.69, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#2464 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
45%
34%
56%
47%
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
64%
0.69
(22-23)
29.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing

Sports

School Mascot
Flyer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is French Valley Elementary School's ranking?
French Valley Elementary School is ranked #2464 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are French Valley Elementary School often compared to?
French Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Temecula Preparatory, Susan La Vorgna 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 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend French Valley Elementary School?
755 students attend French Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of French Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of French Valley Elementary School?
French Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does French Valley Elementary School offer ?
French Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is French Valley Elementary School part of?
French Valley Elementary School is part of Temecula Valley Unified School District.

School Reviews

Review French Valley Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

What Makes an Elementary School Feel Supportive?
What Makes an Elementary School Feel Supportive?
Discover what makes one elementary school more supportive than another, from teacher relationships and family communication to classroom attention, belonging, student services, leadership, routines, and responsive academic support systems.
Second School Tour: Questions Parents Forget to Ask
Second School Tour: Questions Parents Forget to Ask
A second school tour can reveal what families miss initially. Learn which questions to ask about teachers, support, schedules, safety, communication, programs, and everyday student life before enrolling.
Attendance Policies Are Changing: Parent Guide 2026
Attendance Policies Are Changing: Parent Guide 2026
Attendance policies are changing across public schools. Learn what parents should examine about absences, tardiness, interventions, flexibility, communication, and student support before choosing a school for their child today.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 755 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 45% (Top 30%)
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 30%)
  • : French Valley Elementary serves the northern part of Winchester, CA, covering an area of approximately 11.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Request Information

Related School Videos

Quick Links