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#6112 of 9,539 schools in CA
Round Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Round Valley Unified
PO Box 276, Covelo, CA 95428
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,112 of 9,539
In Covelo
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Round Valley Unified
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Round Valley Elementary
Elementary School in Covelo · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Round Valley Elementary
Round Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Covelo, CA, part of Round Valley Unified. Round Valley Elementary serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Round Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,112 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Round Valley Elementary show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Round Valley Elementary 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.
Round Valley Elementary runs 23.4:1 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.
Round Valley Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Round Valley Elementary — Students at Round Valley Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 40 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.0/10.
How Round Valley Elementary Compares
See how Round Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 276, Covelo, CA 95428
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Round Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eel River Charter (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Potter Valley Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 33.7 miles away, in nearby Potter Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sherwood (rated 6.8/10, 21.5 miles away, in nearby Willits), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Covelo, see our Covelo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Round Valley High Covelo | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Round Valley Continuation Covelo | 0.2 mi | — |
| Eel River Charter Covelo | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Laytonville Elementary Laytonville | 14.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Laytonville High Laytonville | 14.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Sherwood Willits | 21.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Willits High Willits | 26.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Willits Elementary Charter Willits | 26.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Sanhedrin Alternative Willits | 26.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Brookside Elementary Willits | 27.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Baechtel Grove Middle Willits | 27.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Blosser Lane Elementary Willits | 27.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Willits Charter Willits | 27.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Hoaglin-Zenia Elementary Mad River | 29.4 mi | — |
| Leggett Valley High Leggett | 24.8 mi | — |
| Leggett Valley Elementary Leggett | 24.8 mi | 6.6 |
| La Vida Charter Ukiah | 32.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Potter Valley Elementary Potter Valley | 33.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Potter Valley High Potter Valley | 33.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Potter Valley Junior High Potter Valley | 33.7 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95428 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,286
Median Home Value
$376,400
Median Rent
$913/mo
Population
2,667
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
57.8%
Poverty Rate
34.6%
Median Age
40.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Round Valley Elementary
What grades does Round Valley Elementary serve?
Round Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Round Valley Elementary?
Round Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Round Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Round Valley Elementary is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Round Valley Elementary rank in CA?
Round Valley Elementary ranks #6,112 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Round Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Round Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Round Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Round Valley Elementary has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Round Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Round Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Round Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Round Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Round Valley Elementary?
73.8% of students at Round Valley 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Mendocino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (707) 983-6175
Resources & Links
District
Round Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 450
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,452
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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