Serving 124 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Shanel Valley Academy 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 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shanel Valley Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Shanel Valley Academy's student population of 124 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Shanel Valley Academy 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 Shanel Valley Academy is 0.65, 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
#8680 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
14%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shanel Valley Academy's ranking?
Shanel Valley Academy is ranked #8680 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 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Shanel Valley Academy?
124 students attend Shanel Valley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Shanel Valley Academy students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shanel Valley Academy?
Shanel Valley Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Shanel Valley Academy offer ?
Shanel Valley Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Shanel Valley Academy part of?
Shanel Valley Academy is part of Shanel Valley Academy School District.
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