Serving 422 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: West Valley Elementary serves the northeast part of Sunnyvale, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Valley Elementary School's student population of 422 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
422 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
West Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Valley 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
#335 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
56%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
26%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2007–2025. 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 West Valley Elementary School's ranking?
West Valley Elementary School is ranked #335 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are West Valley Elementary School often compared to?
West Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louis E. Stocklmeir Elementary School, Montclaire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend West Valley Elementary School?
422 students attend West Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of West Valley Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Valley Elementary School?
West Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Valley Elementary School offer ?
West Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Valley Elementary School part of?
West Valley Elementary School is part of Cupertino Union School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL - RELEASE 11:55AM
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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