Serving 191 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Valley Home Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Home Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Oakdale, CA school district, encompassing approximately 102.2 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of about 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 17.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Home Elementary School's student population of 191 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
191 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Motto
Soar to Excellence on the Wings of Knowledge
School Rankings
Valley Home Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Home Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#4271 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
38%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
57%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Home Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Home Elementary School is ranked #4271 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valley Home Elementary School?
191 students attend Valley Home Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Valley Home Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Home Elementary School?
Valley Home Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley Home Elementary School offer ?
Valley Home Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Valley Home Elementary School part of?
Valley Home Elementary School is part of Valley Home Joint Elementary School District.
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