Serving 279 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hidden Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hidden 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
Hidden Valley Elementary School's student population of 279 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hidden Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hidden Valley Elementary School is 0.47, which is less 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
#303 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
11%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
70%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hidden Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Hidden Valley Elementary School is ranked #303 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hidden Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Hidden Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookside Elementary School, Ross Valley Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hidden Valley Elementary School?
279 students attend Hidden Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hidden Valley Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hidden Valley Elementary School?
Hidden Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Hidden Valley Elementary School offer ?
Hidden Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hidden Valley Elementary School part of?
Hidden Valley Elementary School is part of Ross Valley Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
FALL BREAK - NO SCHOOL
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
FALL BREAK - NO SCHOOL
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
FALL BREAK - NO SCHOOL
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
FALL BREAK - NO SCHOOL
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
FALL BREAK - NO SCHOOL
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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