Serving 646 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lucerne 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lucerne Valley Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 643.3 square miles in Lucerne Valley, CA. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 17 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 31.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lucerne Valley Elementary School's student population of 646 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
646 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Motto
We are more than a district, we are a family.
School Rankings
Lucerne 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 Lucerne Valley Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#7819 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
37%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucerne Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Lucerne Valley Elementary School is ranked #7819 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lucerne Valley Elementary School?
646 students attend Lucerne Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lucerne Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lucerne Valley Elementary School?
Lucerne Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lucerne Valley Elementary School offer ?
Lucerne Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Lucerne Valley Elementary School part of?
Lucerne Valley Elementary School is part of Lucerne Valley Unified School District.
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