Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Valencia 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 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Valencia Elementary serves the northwest part of its school district in Aptos, CA, covering an area of approximately 30.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valencia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Valencia Elementary School's student population of 487 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
487 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valencia 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 Valencia Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1876 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
62%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-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 Valencia Elementary School's ranking?
Valencia Elementary School is ranked #1876 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valencia Elementary School often compared to?
Valencia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Del Mar Elementary School, Mar Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valencia Elementary School?
487 students attend Valencia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Valencia Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valencia Elementary School?
Valencia Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valencia Elementary School offer ?
Valencia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Valencia Elementary School part of?
Valencia Elementary School is part of Pajaro Valley Unified School District.
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