Serving 682 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valentine Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valentine 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
Valentine Elementary School's student population of 682 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Valentine Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valentine 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
#57 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
60%
12%
Hispanic
6%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valentine Elementary School's ranking?
Valentine Elementary School is ranked #57 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valentine Elementary School often compared to?
Valentine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valentine Elementary School?
682 students attend Valentine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Valentine Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valentine Elementary School?
Valentine Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valentine Elementary School offer ?
Valentine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Valentine Elementary School part of?
Valentine Elementary School is part of San Marino Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break (Events)
April 06, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Dismissal at 12:00pm (Events)
June 04, 2026 (Thursday)
Summer Break Begins (Events)
June 05, 2026 (Friday)
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