Serving 20 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Plum Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plum Valley Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Paynes Creek, CA, covering approximately 640 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 18.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 32.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plum Valley Elementary School's student population of 20 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
20 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Plum Valley Elementary School is 0.27, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
21:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Hispanic
5%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Plum Valley Elementary School?
20 students attend Plum Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Plum Valley Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plum Valley Elementary School?
Plum Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Plum Valley Elementary School offer ?
Plum Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Plum Valley Elementary School part of?
Plum Valley Elementary School is part of Antelope Elementary School District.
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