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#7979 of 9,539 schools in CA

Cloverdale Elementary

Elementary School · Moreno Valley Unified

12050 Kitching St., Moreno Valley, CA 92557

Enrollment

711

Student-Teacher

22.2:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#7,979 of 9,539

In Moreno Valley

#38 of 47

public schools

In district

#31 of 38

Moreno Valley Unified

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Cloverdale Elementary

4.5/10

Elementary School in Moreno Valley · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cloverdale Elementary

Cloverdale Elementary is a public elementary school in Moreno Valley, CA, part of Moreno Valley Unified. Cloverdale Elementary serves approximately 711 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Cloverdale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,979 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Cloverdale Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Cloverdale Elementary runs 22.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

44% of students at Cloverdale Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-26.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.1 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,501
Chronic Absenteeism43.6%

Cloverdale Elementary — Students at Cloverdale Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 28.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 33.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
44%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
20.5%
2024
Math
18.9%
ELA
27.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.3/10.

How Cloverdale Elementary Compares

See how Cloverdale Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
16th percentile in CA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
43.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

12050 Kitching St., Moreno Valley, CA 92557

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cloverdale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Butterfield Language Academy (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Ridge Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Journey (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moreno Valley, see our Moreno Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Palm Middle Moreno Valley 0.3 mi 6.2
SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY SCHOOL Moreno Valley 0.6 mi
North Ridge Elementary Moreno Valley 0.7 mi 6.5
Bear Valley Elementary Moreno Valley 0.9 mi 5.9
Butterfield Language Academy Moreno Valley 1.3 mi 8.1
VALLEY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Moreno Valley 1.2 mi
Valley Adventist Christian Moreno Valley 1.2 mi
Mountain View Middle Moreno Valley 1.5 mi 4.9
Midland Elementary Moreno Valley 1.4 mi 3.5
March Mountain High Moreno Valley 1.6 mi 6.6
March Valley Moreno Valley 1.6 mi 5.9
Leadership Military Academy Moreno Valley 1.8 mi 8.1
Journey Ontario 1.9 mi 6.4
Valley View High Moreno Valley 1.7 mi 6.8
Sugar Hill Elementary Moreno Valley 1.8 mi 5.6
Ramona Elementary Moreno Valley 1.9 mi 3.0
Sunnymead Elementary Moreno Valley 1.8 mi 5.4
Sunnymead Middle Moreno Valley 1.8 mi 4.7
Audeo Valley Charter San Diego 1.8 mi 4.1
Hendrick Ranch Elementary Moreno Valley 2.2 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92557 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,464

Median Home Value

$471,700

Median Rent

$2,081/mo

Population

55,749

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

33.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cloverdale Elementary

What grades does Cloverdale Elementary serve?

Cloverdale Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Cloverdale Elementary?

Cloverdale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 711 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cloverdale Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Cloverdale Elementary is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cloverdale Elementary rank in CA?

Cloverdale Elementary ranks #7,979 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Cloverdale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Cloverdale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cloverdale Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cloverdale Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Cloverdale Elementary a charter school?

No, Cloverdale Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cloverdale Elementary a Title I school?

No, Cloverdale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cloverdale Elementary?

84.7% of students at Cloverdale Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
711
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Riverside County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
43.6%

District

Moreno Valley Unified
District Enrollment
31,344
Schools in District
39
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,501
District Rank
#31 of 38

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