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 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- 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
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Owens Valley Elementary School's student population of 76 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
76 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
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 0.74, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
16%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
22%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
24%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 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?
37% of Owens Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Two or more races, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owens Valley Elementary School?
Owens Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break (Events)
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Events)
June 05, 2026 (Friday)
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