Serving 787 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Valentine Peyton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valentine Peyton Elementary serves the northern part of Stockton, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valentine Peyton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Valentine Peyton Elementary School's student population of 787 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
787 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire. Empower. Achieve.
School Rankings
Valentine Peyton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valentine Peyton Elementary School 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
#3016 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
41%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valentine Peyton Elementary School's ranking?
Valentine Peyton Elementary School is ranked #3016 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valentine Peyton Elementary School often compared to?
Valentine Peyton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Calaveras Elementary School, George W. Bush Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valentine Peyton Elementary School?
787 students attend Valentine Peyton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Valentine Peyton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valentine Peyton Elementary School?
Valentine Peyton Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valentine Peyton Elementary School offer ?
Valentine Peyton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Valentine Peyton Elementary School part of?
Valentine Peyton Elementary School is part of Stockton Unified School District.
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