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Rincon Valley Partnership

Elementary School · Rincon Valley Union Elementary

1000 Yulupa Ave., Santa Rosa, CA 95405

Enrollment

108

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

3.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#9,198 of 9,539

In Santa Rosa

#58 of 62

public schools

In district

#9 of 9

Rincon Valley Union Elementary

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Rincon Valley Partnership

3.2/10

Elementary School in Santa Rosa · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Rincon Valley Partnership

Rincon Valley Partnership is a public elementary school in Santa Rosa, CA, part of Rincon Valley Union Elementary. Rincon Valley Partnership serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Rincon Valley Partnership has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #9,198 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Rincon Valley Partnership show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.5
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 108 students, Rincon Valley Partnership 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.

At 9:1 students to teachers, Rincon Valley Partnership sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

47% of students at Rincon Valley Partnership 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 Progress1.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data9
Annual Change-3.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-35.6 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-34.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,851
Chronic Absenteeism47.2%

Rincon Valley Partnership — Students at Rincon Valley Partnership score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 18.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
35.6% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 31.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 17 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

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

2009
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2019
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2024

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.

How Rincon Valley Partnership Compares

See how Rincon Valley Partnership performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.2/10
4th percentile in CA
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.2%

Location

1000 Yulupa Ave., Santa Rosa, CA 95405

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rincon Valley Partnership may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Santa Rosa French-American Charter (SRFACS) (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Yulupa Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Spring Lake Charter (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Rosa, see our Santa Rosa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Village Elementary Charter Santa Rosa 0.1 mi 6.2
Herbert Slater Middle Santa Rosa 0.3 mi 4.0
Manzanita Elementary Charter Santa Rosa 0.5 mi 4.2
Spring Lake Charter Santa Rosa 0.5 mi 7.8
Montgomery High Santa Rosa 0.6 mi 4.6
ST EUGENE'S CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Santa Rosa 0.7 mi 5.1
St. Eugene Cathedral School Santa Rosa 0.7 mi
Yulupa Elementary Santa Rosa 1.0 mi 8.7
Strawberry Elementary Santa Rosa 1.0 mi 5.1
Quest Forward High School Santa Rosa 1.0 mi
Brook Hill Elementary Santa Rosa 1.1 mi 3.8
Santa Rosa French-American Charter (SRFACS) Santa Rosa 1.2 mi 8.8
Proctor Terrace Elementary Santa Rosa 1.4 mi 4.2
Madrone Elementary Santa Rosa 1.7 mi 5.2
Whited Elementary Charter Santa Rosa 1.6 mi 4.0
SIERRA SCHOOL OF SONOMA COUNTY Sebastopol 1.8 mi
Binkley Elementary Charter Santa Rosa 2.2 mi 4.8
Sequoia Elementary Santa Rosa 2.2 mi 5.3
NEW HORIZON SCHOOL AND LEARNING CENTER Santa Rosa 1.9 mi
Kawana Springs Elementary Santa Rosa 2.1 mi 4.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,931

Median Home Value

$749,700

Median Rent

$2,315/mo

Population

22,811

College Educated

47.4%

Homeownership

60.7%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

45.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rincon Valley Partnership

What grades does Rincon Valley Partnership serve?

Rincon Valley Partnership serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Rincon Valley Partnership?

Rincon Valley Partnership has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rincon Valley Partnership?

The student-teacher ratio at Rincon Valley Partnership is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rincon Valley Partnership rank in CA?

Rincon Valley Partnership ranks #9,198 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Rincon Valley Partnership's MySchoolScout rating?

Rincon Valley Partnership has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Rincon Valley Partnership?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rincon Valley Partnership has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Rincon Valley Partnership a charter school?

No, Rincon Valley Partnership is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rincon Valley Partnership a Title I school?

No, Rincon Valley Partnership is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rincon Valley Partnership?

49.1% of students at Rincon Valley Partnership 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
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.1%
Type
special_ed
Setting
Midsize City
County
Sonoma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.2%

District

Rincon Valley Union Elementary
District Enrollment
3,112
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,851
District Rank
#9 of 9

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