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#814 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 9% in state

Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary

Elementary School · Fountain Valley Elementary

9675 Warner Ave., Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Enrollment

529

Student-Teacher

26.4:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#814 of 9,539

In Fountain Valley

#4 of 14

public schools

In district

#2 of 10

Fountain Valley Elementary

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary

8.5/10

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

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5.2/10

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About Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary

Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Fountain Valley, CA, part of Fountain Valley Elementary. Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary serves approximately 529 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #814 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.0
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary runs 26.4:1 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency85% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+39.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+42.6 pts
Overall Proficiency85% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+28.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio26.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,357
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary — Students at Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 78.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 77.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
86%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2022
Math
78.8%
ELA
76.8%
2024
Math
85.1%
ELA
85.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.

How Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary Compares

See how Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
92th percentile in CA
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
26:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

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

9675 Warner Ave., Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ethan B. Allen Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Thomas Paine Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Garden Grove), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Susan B. Anthony Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Westminster), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fountain Valley, see our Fountain Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Valley Vista High Fountain Valley 0.6 mi 5.2
Ethan B. Allen Elementary Fountain Valley 0.8 mi 9.0
Fountain Valley High Fountain Valley 0.8 mi 8.6
Vista View Middle Fountain Valley 0.9 mi 6.1
SLATER MONTESSORI ACADEMY Fountain Valley 0.9 mi
Tamura (Hisamatsu) Elementary Fountain Valley 1.0 mi 7.9
John Marshall Elementary Westminster 1.1 mi 6.1
Masuda (Kazuo) Middle Fountain Valley 1.0 mi 8.8
Fulton (Harry C.) Middle Fountain Valley 1.2 mi 7.8
Thomas Paine Elementary Garden Grove 1.4 mi 8.9
Cox (James H.) Elementary Fountain Valley 1.3 mi 7.8
FOUNTAIN VALLEY MONTESSORI CENTER Fountain Valley 1.5 mi 7.1
Lake View Elementary Huntington Beach 1.4 mi 6.8
La Quinta High Westminster 1.6 mi 8.8
COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster 1.6 mi 5.7
Sarah McGarvin Intermediate Westminster 1.6 mi 8.8
Leo Carrillo Elementary Westminster 1.7 mi 5.8
Westmont Elementary Westminster 1.5 mi 5.1
Courreges (Roch) Elementary Fountain Valley 1.6 mi 8.1
Susan B. Anthony Elementary Westminster 1.7 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 92708 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,797

Median Home Value

$1,018,600

Median Rent

$2,507/mo

Population

56,358

College Educated

44.9%

Homeownership

66.1%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

43.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary

What grades does Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary serve?

Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary?

Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary is 26.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary rank in CA?

Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary ranks #814 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary a charter school?

No, Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary a Title I school?

No, Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plavan (urbain H.) Elementary?

30.6% of students at Plavan (urbain H.) 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher Ratio
26.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

District

Fountain Valley Elementary
District Enrollment
6,036
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,357
District Rank
#2 of 10

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