Serving 364 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 Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 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%)
- 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 364 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
7%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
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 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?
364 students attend Lucas Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Lucas Valley Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 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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