Serving 627 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lucerne Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lucerne Valley Elementary School's student population of 627 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Lucerne Valley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lucerne Valley Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#7630 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Lucerne Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Lucerne Valley Elementary School is ranked #7630 out of 9,602 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
627 students attend Lucerne Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lucerne Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 2% 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 20:1, which is lower than 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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First Day of School (Events)
August 06, 2025 (Wednesday)
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