Serving 217 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Happy Valley Primary ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher 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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Happy Valley Primary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Anderson, CA, encompassing approximately 38.6 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 7.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Happy Valley Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Happy Valley Primary's student population of 217 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Rankings
Happy Valley Primary 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 Happy Valley Primary is 0.70, 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
#3531 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Happy Valley Primary's ranking?
Happy Valley Primary is ranked #3531 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Happy Valley Primary often compared to?
Happy Valley Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Happy Valley Primary?
217 students attend Happy Valley Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Happy Valley Primary students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Happy Valley Primary?
Happy Valley Primary has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Happy Valley Primary offer ?
Happy Valley Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Happy Valley Primary part of?
Happy Valley Primary is part of Happy Valley Union Elementary School District.
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