Serving 155 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Valley Vista 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 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Vista Elementary serves the southwest part of Petaluma, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the farthest edge being about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Vista Elementary School's student population of 155 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley Vista 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 Vista Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#4699 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Vista Elementary School is ranked #4699 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valley Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Valley Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valley Vista Elementary School?
155 students attend Valley Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Valley Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Vista Elementary School?
Valley Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley Vista Elementary School offer ?
Valley Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Valley Vista Elementary School part of?
Valley Vista Elementary School is part of Petaluma City Elementary School District.
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