Serving 242 students in grades 4-8, Happy 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Happy Valley Elementary School's student population of 242 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2022
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Happy 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 Happy Valley Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#6205 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
51%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Happy Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Happy Valley Elementary School is ranked #6205 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Happy Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Happy Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lassen View Elementary School, Anderson Heights Elementary School, Buckeye School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Happy Valley Elementary School?
242 students attend Happy Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Happy Valley Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Happy Valley Elementary School?
Happy Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Happy Valley Elementary School offer ?
Happy Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-8
What school district is Happy Valley Elementary School part of?
Happy Valley Elementary School is part of Happy Valley Union Elementary School District.
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