Serving 76 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Owens 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 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Owens Valley Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Independence, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 876.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 72.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Owens Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Owens Valley Elementary School's student population of 76 students has grown by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
76 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Owens 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 Owens Valley Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#7085 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
17%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owens Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Owens Valley Elementary School is ranked #7085 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Owens Valley Elementary School?
76 students attend Owens Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Owens Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owens Valley Elementary School?
Owens Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Owens Valley Elementary School offer ?
Owens Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Owens Valley Elementary School part of?
Owens Valley Elementary School is part of Owens Valley Unified School District.
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