Serving 306 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valinda School Of Academics 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valinda School of Academics serves the northeast part of La Puente, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valinda School Of Academics's student population of 306 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valinda School Of Academics 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 Valinda School Of Academics is 0.22, 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
#6158 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valinda School Of Academics's ranking?
Valinda School Of Academics is ranked #6158 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valinda School Of Academics often compared to?
Valinda School Of Academicsis often viewed alongside schools like Wing Lane Elementary School, Baldwin Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valinda School Of Academics?
306 students attend Valinda School Of Academics.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Valinda School Of Academics students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valinda School Of Academics?
Valinda School Of Academics has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valinda School Of Academics offer ?
Valinda School Of Academics offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Valinda School Of Academics part of?
Valinda School Of Academics is part of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District.
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