Very Good
#3288 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Mission Valley
Elementary School · Lompoc Unified
PO Box 8000, Lompoc, CA 93438
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
55
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,288 of 9,539
In Lompoc
#3 of 19
public schools
In district
#1 of 15
Lompoc Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Mission Valley
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About Mission Valley
Mission Valley is a public elementary school in Lompoc, CA, part of Lompoc Unified. Mission Valley serves approximately 55 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mission Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,288 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mission Valley show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 55 students, Mission 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 Mission 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.
36% of students at Mission Valley 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
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Mission Valley — Students at Mission Valley score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.5%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Mission Valley Compares
See how Mission 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 8000, Lompoc, CA 93438
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mission Valley may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Manzanita Public Charter (rated 7.8/10, 6.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Arthur Hapgood Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Buena Vista Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 3.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lompoc, see our Lompoc schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| La Honda STEAM Academy Lompoc | 0.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Olive Grove Charter - Lompoc Santa Maria | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Leonora Fillmore Elementary Lompoc | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| LOMPOC VALLEY BAPTIST SCHOOL Lompoc | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| La Canada Elementary Lompoc | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Lompoc High Lompoc | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Dr Bob Forinash Community Day Lompoc | 1.2 mi | — |
| Arthur Hapgood Elementary Lompoc | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Trivium Charter School Adventure Lompoc | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| LA PURISIMA CONCEPCION SCHOOL Lompoc | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| La Purisima Concepcion Elementary Lompoc | 1.8 mi | — |
| Lompoc Valley Middle Lompoc | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Clarence Ruth Elementary Lompoc | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Miguelito Elementary Lompoc | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Los Berros Visual and Performing Arts Academy Lompoc | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Maple High Lompoc | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| CHILDREN'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lompoc | 3.3 mi | — |
| Buena Vista Elementary Lompoc | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Cabrillo High Lompoc | 3.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Manzanita Public Charter Lompoc | 6.9 mi | 7.8 |
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|---|---|
| CARDEN ACADEMY OF WHITTIER Whittier, CA | 7.1 |
| CRESTMONT SCHOOL Richmond, CA | 7.1 |
| FOUNTAIN VALLEY MONTESSORI CENTER Fountain Valley, CA | 7.1 |
| Fallbrook Virtual Academy Fallbrook, CA | 7.1 |
| LEA'S CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Lorenzo, CA | 7.1 |
| MONTY'S MONTESSORI ACADEMY Calimesa, CA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mission Valley
What grades does Mission Valley serve?
Mission Valley serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Mission Valley?
Mission Valley has an enrollment of approximately 55 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Valley?
The student-teacher ratio at Mission Valley is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mission Valley rank in CA?
Mission Valley ranks #3,288 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mission Valley's MySchoolScout rating?
Mission Valley has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Mission Valley?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mission Valley has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mission Valley a charter school?
No, Mission Valley is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mission Valley a Title I school?
No, Mission Valley is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mission Valley?
85.5% of students at Mission 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 55
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.5%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Santa Barbara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.4%
- Phone
- (805) 742-2940
Resources & Links
District
Lompoc Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,955
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,050
- District Rank
- #1 of 15
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