Serving 541 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Valley Oaks 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Oaks Elementary serves the southern part of Galt, CA, covering an area of approximately 16.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Oaks Elementary School's student population of 541 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
541 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Motto
Beeelieving in YOU Everyday!
School Rankings
Valley Oaks 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 Valley Oaks Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#6146 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
84%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Beeelieving in YOU Everyday!
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Oaks Elementary School is ranked #6146 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valley Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Valley Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vernon E. Greer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valley Oaks Elementary School?
541 students attend Valley Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Valley Oaks Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Oaks Elementary School?
Valley Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Valley Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Valley Oaks Elementary School part of?
Valley Oaks Elementary School is part of Galt Joint Union Elementary School District.
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