Needs Improvement
#9306 of 9,539 schools in CA
Snow Elementary
Elementary School · Napa Valley Unified
1130 Foster Rd., Napa, CA 94558
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,306 of 9,539
In Napa
#20 of 23
public schools
In district
#24 of 26
Napa Valley Unified
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Snow Elementary
Elementary School in Napa · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Snow Elementary
Snow Elementary is a public elementary school in Napa, CA, part of Napa Valley Unified. Snow Elementary serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Snow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #9,306 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Snow Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Snow Elementary runs 22.2:1 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.
44% of students at Snow Elementary 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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Snow Elementary — Students at Snow Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.3%
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: 2.2/10.
How Snow Elementary Compares
See how Snow Elementary 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
1130 Foster Rd., Napa, CA 94558
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Snow Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pueblo Vista Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLUE OAK SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Napa, see our Napa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Napa County Juvenile Hall/Court Napa | 0.7 mi | — |
| NAPA CHRISTIAN CAMPUS OF EDUCATION Napa | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Napa Christian Campus of Education Napa | 0.9 mi | — |
| Napa Valley Language Academy Napa | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Shearer Elementary Napa | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| HOPPER CREEK MONTESSORI Napa | 1.3 mi | — |
| VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Napa | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| BLUE OAK SCHOOL Napa | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| NATURE'S WAY MONTESSORI Napa | 1.8 mi | — |
| Kolbe Academy Napa | 1.9 mi | — |
| New Technology High Napa | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Napa High Napa | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| West Park Elementary Napa | 2.3 mi | 2.9 |
| THE OXBOW SCHOOL Napa | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| New Beginnings Napa | 2.0 mi | — |
| Valley Oak High Napa | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Napa Valley Independent Studies Napa | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| McPherson Elementary Napa | 2.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Pueblo Vista Elementary Napa | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Alta Heights Elementary Napa | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94558 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,444
Median Home Value
$855,600
Median Rent
$2,248/mo
Population
64,552
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
67.3%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
44.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Snow Elementary
What grades does Snow Elementary serve?
Snow Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Snow Elementary?
Snow Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Snow Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Snow Elementary is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Snow Elementary rank in CA?
Snow Elementary ranks #9,306 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Snow Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Snow Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Snow Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Snow Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Snow Elementary a charter school?
No, Snow Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Snow Elementary a Title I school?
No, Snow Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Snow Elementary?
88.3% of students at Snow 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 377
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Napa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.8%
- Phone
- (707) 253-3666
Resources & Links
District
Napa Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,116
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,673
- District Rank
- #24 of 26
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