Serving 365 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Garden Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garden Valley Elementary serves the southwest part of Sacramento, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles, where most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.6 miles, with the furthest boundary located around 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garden Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Garden Valley Elementary School's student population of 365 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
365 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garden Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garden Valley Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#3560 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-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 Garden Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Garden Valley Elementary School is ranked #3560 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Garden Valley Elementary School?
365 students attend Garden Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Garden Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garden Valley Elementary School?
Garden Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Garden Valley Elementary School offer ?
Garden Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Garden Valley Elementary School part of?
Garden Valley Elementary School is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Garden Valley Elementary School located?
Garden Valley Elementary School is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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