Below Average
#8231 of 9,539 schools in CA
Miwok Valley Elementary Charter
Elementary School · Old Adobe Union
1010 Saint Francis Dr., Petaluma, CA 94954
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,231 of 9,539
In Petaluma
#29 of 30
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Old Adobe Union
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Miwok Valley Elementary Charter
Elementary School in Petaluma · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Miwok Valley Elementary Charter
Miwok Valley Elementary Charter is a public elementary school in Petaluma, CA, part of Old Adobe Union. Miwok Valley Elementary Charter serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Miwok Valley Elementary Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,231 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Miwok Valley Elementary Charter show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Miwok Valley Elementary Charter 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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Miwok Valley Elementary Charter — Students at Miwok Valley Elementary Charter score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.
How Miwok Valley Elementary Charter Compares
See how Miwok Valley Elementary Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1010 Saint Francis Dr., Petaluma, CA 94954
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Miwok Valley Elementary Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE SPRING HILL SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is River Montessori Elementary Charter (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McKinley Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Petaluma, see our Petaluma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| La Tercera Elementary Petaluma | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Sonoma Mountain High (Continuation) Petaluma | 0.8 mi | — |
| McDowell Elementary Petaluma | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Casa Grande High Petaluma | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Valley Oaks High (Alternative) Petaluma | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| San Antonio High (Continuation) Petaluma | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| THE SPRING HILL SCHOOL Petaluma | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Live Oak Charter Petaluma | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| HARVEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Petaluma | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| McKinley Elementary Petaluma | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Petaluma Accelerated Charter Petaluma | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Grant Elementary Petaluma | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| CYPRESS SCHOOL Petaluma | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Loma Vista Immersion Academy Petaluma | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| River Montessori Elementary Charter Petaluma | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| CYPRESS PRIMARY SCHOOL Petaluma | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| McNear Elementary Petaluma | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Old Adobe Elementary Charter Petaluma | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| South County Consortium Petaluma | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Petaluma | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94954 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,564
Median Home Value
$790,100
Median Rent
$2,405/mo
Population
38,000
College Educated
36.9%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
44.8
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| Bidwell Elementary Red Bluff, CA | 4.3 |
| Bryant Elementary San Francisco, CA | 4.3 |
| Burbank Elementary San Diego, CA | 4.3 |
| Cabrillo Elementary Fremont, CA | 4.3 |
| Clifford D. Murray Elementary Azusa, CA | 4.3 |
| Condor Elementary Twentynine Palms, CA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Miwok Valley Elementary Charter
What grades does Miwok Valley Elementary Charter serve?
Miwok Valley Elementary Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Miwok Valley Elementary Charter?
Miwok Valley Elementary Charter has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Miwok Valley Elementary Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Miwok Valley Elementary Charter is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Miwok Valley Elementary Charter rank in CA?
Miwok Valley Elementary Charter ranks #8,231 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Miwok Valley Elementary Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Miwok Valley Elementary Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Miwok Valley Elementary Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Miwok Valley Elementary Charter has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Miwok Valley Elementary Charter a charter school?
Yes, Miwok Valley Elementary Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Miwok Valley Elementary Charter a Title I school?
No, Miwok Valley Elementary Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Miwok Valley Elementary Charter?
56.2% of students at Miwok Valley Elementary Charter 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 299
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Sonoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.4%
- Phone
- (707) 765-4304
Resources & Links
District
Old Adobe Union- District Enrollment
- 1,830
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,683
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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