Serving 721 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valhalla Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Valhalla Elementary serves the west part of Pleasant Hill, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valhalla 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
Valhalla Elementary School's student population of 721 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
721 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valhalla 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 Valhalla Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1120 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
46%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valhalla Elementary School's ranking?
Valhalla Elementary School is ranked #1120 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valhalla Elementary School often compared to?
Valhalla Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strandwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valhalla Elementary School?
721 students attend Valhalla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Valhalla Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valhalla Elementary School?
Valhalla Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valhalla Elementary School offer ?
Valhalla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Valhalla Elementary School part of?
Valhalla Elementary School is part of MT. Diablo Unified School District.
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