Serving 575 students in grades 5-8, Hermosa Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hermosa Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hermosa Valley Elementary School's student population of 575 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hermosa Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hermosa Valley Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#503 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
64%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Hermosa Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Hermosa Valley Elementary School is ranked #503 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hermosa Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Hermosa Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manhattan Beach Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hermosa Valley Elementary School?
575 students attend Hermosa Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Hermosa Valley Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hermosa Valley Elementary School?
Hermosa Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hermosa Valley Elementary School offer ?
Hermosa Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Hermosa Valley Elementary School part of?
Hermosa Valley Elementary School is part of Hermosa Beach City Elementary School District.
School Reviews
2 3/26/2020
Hermosa Valley school is horrible. Its students are rude, and downright cruel. Im so glad Im going to high school soon.
5 3/21/2020
The principal and teachers go above and beyond to ensure that my child and the children that attend the school are provided with the best environment for learning. Thank you Hermosa View School!
2 6/27/2011
Hermosa Valley Elementary School provides nothing but a poor education and a dejecting learning environment. The classes offered are basic. The teachers backgrounds are questionable. The students there are cruel and cliquey. I definitely do not recommend this school. It's a very close-minded environment, where they only meet California standards.
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