Oak Valley Elementary School

595 Second St.
Buellton, CA 93427
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oak Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 359 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 59%
  • : 45%
  • : 58%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Oak Valley Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
359 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Oak Valley Elementary School is 0.60, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (CA)
(18-19)
45%
40%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Oak Valley Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in California by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
(18-19)
58%
51%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Oak Valley Elementary School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of California by year, with the latest 2018-19 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
This chart display the percentage of American Indian students in Oak Valley Elementary School and percentage of American Indian public school students in California by year, with the latest 2012-13 school year data.
Asian
2%
12%
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Hispanic
48%
56%
This chart display the percentage of Hispanic students in Oak Valley Elementary School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Black
n/a
5%
This chart display the percentage of Black students in Oak Valley Elementary School and the percentage of Black public school students in California by year, with the latest 2019-20 school year data.
White
41%
21%
This chart display the percentage of White students in Oak Valley Elementary School and the percentage of White public school students in California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in CA.
0.60
This chart display the diversity score of Oak Valley Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
51%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Oak Valley Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Oak Valley Elementary School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Oak Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur Hapgood Elementary School, Peabody Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Oak Valley Elementary School?
359 students attend Oak Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Oak Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Valley Elementary School?
Oak Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oak Valley Elementary School offer ?
Oak Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Oak Valley Elementary School part of?
Oak Valley Elementary School is part of Buellton Union Elementary School District.

School Reviews

5   5/3/2011
I have gone to Oak Valley since kindergerten, and I have been there six years. This is my last year here and I would recommend this marvelous school to anybody who is looking to transfer. This school is a complete bully free zone and is the best school for the youngsters. They have the most amazing facilities and learning material. I guarantee that by the end of the year, whatever the grade, your child will be at average or higher. The school is a complete package deal, academics, facilities, music, art, sports, level of parent involvement, other extracurricular activities, and academic and athletic awards during all assemblies. Your child will have a great school day, and all the teachers have great patience and interesting qualities. I would nominate (if your looking to transfer) Oak Valley as an amazing secure school, that your children will be completely safe, respectful, and responsible in.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Seana

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 359 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 59%
  • : 45%
  • : 58%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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