Serving 631 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valhalla Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% 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: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valhalla 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
Diversity
School Overview
Valhalla Elementary School's student population of 631 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valhalla Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valhalla Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#1047 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
19%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
42%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valhalla Elementary School's ranking?
Valhalla Elementary School is ranked #1047 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valhalla Elementary School often compared to?
Valhalla Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Strandwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valhalla Elementary School?
631 students attend Valhalla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Valhalla Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, 19% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valhalla Elementary School?
Valhalla Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Valhalla Elementary School offer ?
Valhalla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Valhalla Elementary School part of?
Valhalla Elementary School is part of MT. Diablo Unified School District.
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