Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Valley Elementary School's student population of 364 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West 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 West Valley Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#372 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
61%
12%
Hispanic
4%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
24%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Valley Elementary School's ranking?
West Valley Elementary School is ranked #372 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are West Valley Elementary School often compared to?
West Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louis E. Stocklmeir Elementary School, Stevens Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend West Valley Elementary School?
364 students attend West Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of West Valley Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Valley Elementary School?
West Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Valley Elementary School offer ?
West Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Valley Elementary School part of?
West Valley Elementary School is part of Cupertino Union School District.
School Calendar
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Date
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL - START
August 15, 2024 (Thursday)
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