Leggett Valley Unified School District
School District · Leggett, California
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 2 high
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 2 high
Enrollment
121
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Evaluating Leggett Valley Unified?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Leggett Valley Unified as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Leggett Valley Elementary
Leggett · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Whale Gulch Elementary
Whitethorn · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
California rank
#443 of 713
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.4
below California avg
Per-pupil spending
$28,976
+$11,329 vs California median
District size
121 students
Smaller than California median
Top-Rated Schools in Leggett Valley Unified
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (2 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leggett Valley Elementary | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Whale Gulch Elementary | 5.1 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Leggett Valley Unified
Leggett Valley Unified is a Leggett, California school district serving 4 schools.The district educates 121 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. District-level spending was $28,976 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 5.8/10, Leggett Valley Unified demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Leggett Valley Elementary, which has a composite score of 6.6/10.
In standardized testing, Leggett Valley Unified students show an average math proficiency of 33.0% and ELA proficiency of 45.5%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools, and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Leggett Valley Unified, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Leggett Valley Unified with test data.
Schools in Leggett Valley Unified
4 schoolsElementary Schools2
High Schools2
District Details
- State
- California
- City
- Leggett
- Total Enrollment
- 121
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- District spending per student
- $28,976NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 35.5%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Leggett Valley Unified?
Leggett Valley Unified has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Leggett Valley Unified?
The average composite rating for Leggett Valley Unified is 5.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Leggett Valley Unified?
Leggett Valley Unified's district-level spending was $28,976 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Leggett Valley Unified?
The average student-teacher ratio in Leggett Valley Unified is 11:1.
What is the top-rated school in Leggett Valley Unified?
Leggett Valley Elementary is the highest-rated school in Leggett Valley Unified with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What are the test scores in Leggett Valley Unified?
Across schools in Leggett Valley Unified with test data, the average math proficiency is 33.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 45.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Leggett Valley Unified compare to other districts in California?
Leggett Valley Unified has an average school rating of 5.8/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in California by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 33.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 45.5%
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateOther School Districts in CA
Compare Leggett Valley Unified with neighboring districts in the state.
- Los Angeles Unified (785)
- San Diego Unified (175)
- San Francisco Unified (113)
- Fresno Unified (101)
- Long Beach Unified (82)
- Oakland Unified (82)
- San Bernardino City Unified (76)
- Sacramento City Unified (73)
- San Juan Unified (68)
- Elk Grove Unified (67)
- Garden Grove Unified (66)
- Capistrano Unified (59)
- Stockton Unified (54)
- West Contra Costa Unified (54)
- Corona-norco Unified (53)
- Mt. Diablo Unified (52)
- Santa Ana Unified (52)
- Clovis Unified (50)
- Lodi Unified (49)
- Riverside Unified (49)
- Bakersfield City (45)
- Irvine Unified (45)
- Fontana Unified (44)
- Fremont Unified (44)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
Related reading
- Best Elementary Schools in America: 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Public Schools in California 2026: Top-Ranked Elementary, Middle & High Schoolsbest schools
- Best School Districts to Move To in 2026: A Data-Driven Guidebest schools
- Best Schools in Los Angeles, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
- Best Schools in San Diego, CA — 2026 Rankingsbest schools
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.