Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-8, 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valinda School Of Academics's student population of 530 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valinda School Of Academics ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valinda School Of Academics is 0.19, 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
#5826 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
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 #5826 out of 9,602 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 Baldwin Academy, Wing Lane Elementary School, Wedgeworth Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
530 students attend Valinda School Of Academics.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Valinda School Of Academics students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% 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-8
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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