Serving 673 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valentine Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 91% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valentine 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
Valentine Elementary School's student population of 673 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valentine Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valentine Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#57 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
61%
12%
Hispanic
5%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valentine Elementary School's ranking?
Valentine Elementary School is ranked #57 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valentine Elementary School often compared to?
Valentine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valentine Elementary School?
673 students attend Valentine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Valentine Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valentine Elementary School?
Valentine Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Valentine Elementary School offer ?
Valentine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Valentine Elementary School part of?
Valentine Elementary School is part of San Marino Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break (Events)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Dismissal at 12:00pm (Events)
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
Summer Break Begins (Events)
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
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