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#7258 of 9,539 schools in CA
Spring Valley Academy
Middle School · La Mesa-spring Valley · Spring Valley, CA
A middle school in Spring Valley, CA where students score 4 points below what's typical for similar communities.
3900 Conrad Dr., Spring Valley, CA 91977
- Math 21% vs CA 34% (2024)
- Reading 36% vs CA 47% (2024)
- 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Spring Valley Academy score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
2024 CAASPP proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. CA average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 16-year record (2009–2024), then recovered 18 points since 2020, reaching 28% in 2024.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 28% (multi-year average, 2009-2024) · reading/ELA 40% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
75.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Spring Valley Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 78Very Walkable
- Bike 56Bikeable
- County Safety: Low114/100K
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Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$92,407
Median home value
$623,500
Median rent
$1,897/mo
College educated
26.3%
Homeownership
62.9%
Poverty rate
10.4%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 91977; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| College Preparatory MiddleCharter · enrollment unverified | 9.1 | 5–8 | 1.0 mi | 400 | Compare → |
| The Learning Choice Academy - East CountyCharter · enrollment unverified | 6.8 | K–12 | 1.5 mi | 440 | Compare → |
| Jcs - ManzanitaCharter · enrollment unverified | 8.6 | K–12 | 2.3 mi | 200 | Compare → |
| La Mesa Arts AcademyEnrollment path unverified | 8.6 | 4–8 | 2.5 mi | 1,057 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
La Mesa-spring Valley
- Schools in district
- 22
- Rank in district
- #12 of 22
- District spending per student
- $16,802NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 11.7%Census SAIPE · 2024
Spring Valley Academy is listed in La Mesa-Spring Valley; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Spring Valley Academy
Spring Valley Academy is a public middle school in Spring Valley, CA, part of La Mesa-spring Valley, serving approximately 341 students in grades 7th-8th with a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,258 of 9,539 schools in CA. State assessment records show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Spring Valley Academy
What grades does Spring Valley Academy serve?
Spring Valley Academy serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Spring Valley Academy?
Spring Valley Academy has an enrollment of approximately 341 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Valley Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Valley Academy is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spring Valley Academy rank in CA?
Spring Valley Academy ranks #7,258 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Spring Valley Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Spring Valley Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Spring Valley Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Valley Academy has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Spring Valley Academy a charter school?
No, Spring Valley Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spring Valley Academy a Title I school?
No, Spring Valley Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Valley Academy?
75.1% of students at Spring Valley Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 341
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.7%
- Phone
- (619) 668-5750
- Area population (ZIP 91977)
- 62,957
- Area average commute
- 27.4 min
- Area median age
- 35.3
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 CAASPP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 CAASPP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 CAASPP · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 CAASPP. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 91977; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2024; directory SY 2023–24
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