Serving 259 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Pasqual Valley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Pasqual Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
San Pasqual Valley Elementary School's student population of 259 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow
School Rankings
San Pasqual Valley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Pasqual 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
#9144 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
39%
1%
Hispanic
54%
56%
White
4%
20%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Pasqual Valley Elementary School's ranking?
San Pasqual Valley Elementary School is ranked #9144 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Pasqual Valley Elementary School often compared to?
San Pasqual Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Osceola Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Pasqual Valley Elementary School?
259 students attend San Pasqual Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of San Pasqual Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Pasqual Valley Elementary School?
San Pasqual Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Pasqual Valley Elementary School offer ?
San Pasqual Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is San Pasqual Valley Elementary School part of?
San Pasqual Valley Elementary School is part of San Pasqual Valley Unified School District.
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