Serving 158 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grass 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 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grass Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Grass Valley Elementary School's student population of 158 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grass 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 Grass Valley Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#9306 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
61%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grass Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Grass Valley Elementary School is ranked #9306 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Grass Valley Elementary School?
158 students attend Grass Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Grass Valley Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grass Valley Elementary School?
Grass Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Grass Valley Elementary School offer ?
Grass Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Grass Valley Elementary School part of?
Grass Valley Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Grass Valley Elementary School located?
Grass Valley Elementary School is located in the Chabot Park neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Chabot Park.
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