Valley Center Primary serves 496 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to 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)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Center Primary's student population of 496 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
496 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Valley Center Primary is 0.55, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Valley Center Primary?
496 students attend Valley Center Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Valley Center Primary students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Center Primary?
Valley Center Primary has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley Center Primary offer ?
Valley Center Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Valley Center Primary part of?
Valley Center Primary is part of Valley Center-Pauma Unified School District.
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