Serving 315 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lucas Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dixie Elementary serves a central area in San Rafael, CA, encompassing approximately 2.8 square miles. Families within this zone are typically within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lucas 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
Lucas Valley Elementary School's student population of 315 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
315 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
The Mission of the Lucas Valley School Community is to promote academic excellence, nurture learning as a lifelong process, and support all students as they become informed, productive, and contributing members of society.
School Rankings
Lucas Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lucas Valley Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#960 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
72%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucas Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Lucas Valley Elementary School is ranked #960 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lucas Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Lucas Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vallecito Elementary School, Anthony G. Bacich Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lucas Valley Elementary School?
315 students attend Lucas Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Lucas Valley Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucas Valley Elementary School?
Lucas Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lucas Valley Elementary School offer ?
Lucas Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lucas Valley Elementary School part of?
Lucas Valley Elementary School is part of Miller Creek Elementary School District.
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