Serving 331 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Garden Valley 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garden Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Garden Valley Elementary School's student population of 331 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garden Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garden Valley Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3907 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
12%
Hispanic
50%
55%
Black
14%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
4%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garden Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Garden Valley Elementary School is ranked #3907 out of 9,602 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 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Garden Valley Elementary School?
331 students attend Garden Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Garden Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garden Valley Elementary School?
Garden Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Garden Valley Elementary School offer ?
Garden Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Garden Valley Elementary School part of?
Garden Valley Elementary School is part of Twin Rivers Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Garden Valley Elementary School located?
Garden Valley Elementary School is located in the North Sacramento neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 39 other public schools located in North Sacramento.
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