Serving 556 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Napa Valley Language Academy 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 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than 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 86% 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-5
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Napa Valley Language Academy's student population of 556 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Napa Valley Language Academy 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 Napa Valley Language Academy is 0.26, 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
#3956 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
85%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
14%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Napa Valley Language Academy's ranking?
Napa Valley Language Academy is ranked #3956 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Napa Valley Language Academy often compared to?
Napa Valley Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Browns Valley Elementary School, Pueblo Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Napa Valley Language Academy?
556 students attend Napa Valley Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Napa Valley Language Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Napa Valley Language Academy?
Napa Valley Language Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Napa Valley Language Academy offer ?
Napa Valley Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Napa Valley Language Academy part of?
Napa Valley Language Academy is part of Napa Valley Unified School District.
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