Serving 597 students in grades 6-8, Spring 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Spring Valley Middle serves the eastern part of Spring Valley, CA, covering an area of approximately 8.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, reaching up to 2.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Spring Valley Academy's student population of 597 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
597 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Spring 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 Spring Valley Academy 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
#6051 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Valley Academy's ranking?
Spring Valley Academy is ranked #6051 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Spring Valley Academy?
597 students attend Spring Valley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Spring Valley Academy students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spring Valley Academy?
Spring Valley Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Spring Valley Academy offer ?
Spring Valley Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Spring Valley Academy part of?
Spring Valley Academy is part of La Mesa-Spring Valley School District.
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