Serving 143 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Potter Valley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Potter Valley Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Potter Valley school district, encompassing approximately 157.5 square miles in and around Potter Valley, CA. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potter Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Potter Valley Elementary School's student population of 143 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
143 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Potter 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 Potter Valley Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#4852 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
29%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
58%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bearcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potter Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Potter Valley Elementary School is ranked #4852 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Potter Valley Elementary School?
143 students attend Potter Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Potter Valley Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potter Valley Elementary School?
Potter Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Potter Valley Elementary School offer ?
Potter Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Potter Valley Elementary School part of?
Potter Valley Elementary School is part of Potter Valley Community Unified School District.
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