Very Good
#2445 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 26% in state
Jcs - Pine Valley
School · JCS - Pine Valley District
PO Box 1438, Pine Valley, CA 91962
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
150
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,445 of 9,539
In Pine Valley
#1 of 4
public schools
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Jcs - Pine Valley
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About Jcs - Pine Valley
Jcs - Pine Valley is a public school in Pine Valley, CA, part of JCS - Pine Valley District. Jcs - Pine Valley serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Jcs - Pine Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,445 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Jcs - Pine Valley show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 150 students, Jcs - Pine Valley 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.
Test scores at Jcs - Pine Valley sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Jcs - Pine Valley is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Jcs - Pine Valley — Students at Jcs - Pine Valley score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How Jcs - Pine Valley Compares
See how Jcs - Pine Valley performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 1438, Pine Valley, CA 91962
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jcs - Pine Valley may also want to explore other schools in the area. Julian Charter (rated 9.1/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby Julian), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brookfield Engineering Science Technology Academy (rated 5.6/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby Palm Springs), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pine Valley, see our Pine Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunrise High (Continuation) Pine Valley | 0.2 mi | — |
| Hillside Junior/Senior High Pine Valley | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Descanso Elementary Descanso | 5.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Mountain Empire High Pine Valley | 6.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Mountain Empire Junior High Pine Valley | 6.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Campo Elementary Campo | 12.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Risen K=12 Campo | 14.7 mi | — |
| The Heights Charter Alpine | 13.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Potrero Elementary Potrero | 15.4 mi | 4.4 |
| HIGHLEVEL LLC San Diego | 14.9 mi | — |
| Joan MacQueen Middle Alpine | 14.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Alpine Farm Academy Alpine | 14.4 mi | — |
| Boulder Oaks Elementary Alpine | 14.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Julian High Julian | 18.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Tecate Christian Tecate | 17.9 mi | — |
| Julian Charter Julian | 18.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Brookfield Engineering Science Technology Academy Palm Springs | 18.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Julian Elementary Julian | 18.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Julian Junior High Julian | 18.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Clover Flat Elementary Boulevard | 17.2 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91962 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$140,270
Median Home Value
$496,800
Median Rent
$2,222/mo
Population
2,457
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
92.6%
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
57.6
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| Laurel Tree Charter Arcata, CA | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jcs - Pine Valley
What grades does Jcs - Pine Valley serve?
Jcs - Pine Valley serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Jcs - Pine Valley?
Jcs - Pine Valley has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jcs - Pine Valley?
The student-teacher ratio at Jcs - Pine Valley is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jcs - Pine Valley rank in CA?
Jcs - Pine Valley ranks #2,445 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Jcs - Pine Valley's MySchoolScout rating?
Jcs - Pine Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Jcs - Pine Valley?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jcs - Pine Valley has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Jcs - Pine Valley a charter school?
Yes, Jcs - Pine Valley is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Jcs - Pine Valley a Title I school?
No, Jcs - Pine Valley is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jcs - Pine Valley?
39.3% of students at Jcs - Pine Valley qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 150
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.3%
- Phone
- (619) 473-1300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
JCS - Pine Valley District- District Enrollment
- 150
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,601
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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