Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Vallemar Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vallemar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Vallemar Elementary School's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vallemar Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vallemar Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1804 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vallemar Elementary School's ranking?
Vallemar Elementary School is ranked #1804 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vallemar Elementary School often compared to?
Vallemar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean Shore Elementary School, Cabrillo Elementary School, Ortega Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vallemar Elementary School?
519 students attend Vallemar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Vallemar Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vallemar Elementary School?
Vallemar Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vallemar Elementary School offer ?
Vallemar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Vallemar Elementary School part of?
Vallemar Elementary School is part of Pacifica School District.
In what neighborhood is Vallemar Elementary School located?
Vallemar Elementary School is located in the Vallemar neighborhood of Pacifica, CA.
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