Serving 68 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Round Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Round Valley Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bishop, CA, covering approximately 185.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 8.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching 11.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Round Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Round Valley Elementary School's student population of 68 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
68 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Round Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Round Valley Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1402 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
72%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Round Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Round Valley Elementary School is ranked #1402 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Round Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Round Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bishop Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Round Valley Elementary School?
68 students attend Round Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Round Valley Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Round Valley Elementary School?
Round Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Round Valley Elementary School offer ?
Round Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Round Valley Elementary School part of?
Round Valley Elementary School is part of Round Valley Joint Elementary School District.
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