Serving 46 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pope 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 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pope Valley Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Pope Valley, CA, encompassing approximately 96.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pope Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pope Valley Elementary School's student population of 46 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
46 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
11 acres
School Motto
Together We Learn, Together We Grow at Pope Valley
School Rankings
Pope 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 Pope Valley Elementary School is 0.37, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7616 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)69.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pioneers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pope Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Pope Valley Elementary School is ranked #7616 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pope Valley Elementary School?
46 students attend Pope Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pope Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 24% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pope Valley Elementary School?
Pope Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pope Valley Elementary School offer ?
Pope Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Pope Valley Elementary School part of?
Pope Valley Elementary School is part of Pope Valley Union Elementary School District.
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