Serving 672 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valle Vista Elementary School 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valle Vista Elementary serves the northwest part of Hemet, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 24.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valle Vista Elementary School's student population of 672 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
672 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valle Vista Elementary School 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 Valle Vista Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#7219 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valle Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Valle Vista Elementary School is ranked #7219 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valle Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Valle Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ramona Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valle Vista Elementary School?
672 students attend Valle Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Valle Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valle Vista Elementary School?
Valle Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valle Vista Elementary School offer ?
Valle Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Valle Vista Elementary School part of?
Valle Vista Elementary School is part of Hemet Unified School District.
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