Serving 729 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Meadows 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 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Meadows Elementary serves the northeast part of Valencia, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadows 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
Meadows Elementary School's student population of 729 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
729 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Meadows Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadows Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#508 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
47%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Meadows Elementary School is ranked #508 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Meadows Elementary School often compared to?
Meadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valencia Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Meadows Elementary School?
729 students attend Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Meadows Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadows Elementary School?
Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Meadows Elementary School part of?
Meadows Elementary School is part of Newhall School District.
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