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Bear Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Alpine County Unified
43 Hawkside Dr., Markleeville, CA 96120
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Bear Valley Elementary
Elementary School in Markleeville · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bear Valley Elementary
Bear Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Markleeville, CA, part of Alpine County Unified. Bear Valley Elementary serves approximately 6 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Bear Valley Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 6 students, Bear Valley Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6:1 students to teachers, Bear Valley Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bear Valley Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 6 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Address
- 43 Hawkside Dr., Markleeville, CA 96120
- Phone
- (530) 694-2230
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores CA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
43 Hawkside Dr., Markleeville, CA 96120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bear Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sierra House Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 30.6 miles away, in nearby South Lake Tahoe). Another option is Meyers Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 27.1 miles away, in nearby South Lake Tahoe). Additionally, Diamond Valley Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 24.0 miles away). For more schools in Markleeville, see our Markleeville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 32.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pinecrest Expedition Academy Strawberry | 18.8 mi | — |
| Mountain High Tuolomne | 19.7 mi | — |
| Hazel Fischer Elementary Avery | 21.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Diamond Valley Elementary Markleeville | 24.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Alpine County Opportunity Markleeville | 24.0 mi | — |
| Long Barn High Tuolumne | 26.6 mi | — |
| Cold Springs High Tuolumne | 26.6 mi | — |
| Meyers Elementary South Lake Tahoe | 27.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Silver Fork Elementary Pollock Pines | 25.7 mi | — |
| South Fork High Tuolumne | 27.6 mi | — |
| Avery Middle Avery | 25.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Sugar Bowl Academy Norden | 30.2 mi | — |
| Mt. Tallac High South Lake Tahoe | 30.5 mi | 5.3 |
| South Tahoe High South Lake Tahoe | 30.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Sierra House Elementary South Lake Tahoe | 30.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Tahoe Valley Elementary South Lake Tahoe | 31.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Twain Harte Twain Harte | 31.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Blue Ridge Placerville | 32.5 mi | — |
| South Tahoe Middle South Lake Tahoe | 32.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Elevated Digital Learning Academy South Lake Tahoe | 32.6 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 96120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,909
Median Home Value
$481,300
Population
1,273
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
84.4%
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
42.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bear Valley Elementary
What grades does Bear Valley Elementary serve?
Bear Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Bear Valley Elementary?
Bear Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 6 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bear Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bear Valley Elementary is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Bear Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bear Valley Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
Is Bear Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Bear Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bear Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bear Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 6
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Alpine County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.7%
- Phone
- (530) 694-2230
Resources & Links
District
Alpine County Unified- District Enrollment
- 66
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $50,500
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