Very Good
#1971 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 21% in state
Spring Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Millbrae Elementary
817 Murchison Dr., Millbrae, CA 94030
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
29.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher
29.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,971 of 9,539
In Millbrae
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Millbrae Elementary
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Spring Valley Elementary
Spring Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Millbrae, CA, part of Millbrae Elementary. Spring Valley Elementary serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 29.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,971 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Spring Valley Elementary show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Spring Valley Elementary runs 29.4:1 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
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Spring Valley Elementary — Students at Spring Valley Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 9.0/10.
How Spring Valley Elementary Compares
See how Spring Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
817 Murchison Dr., Millbrae, CA 94030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spring Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hoover Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Burlingame), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Green Hills Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Franklin Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Burlingame), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Millbrae, see our Millbrae schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mills High Millbrae | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Franklin Elementary Burlingame | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Burlingame Intermediate Burlingame | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Burlingame | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Taylor Middle Millbrae | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Mercy High Burlingame | 0.8 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary Burlingame | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Hoover Elementary Burlingame | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| St. Dunstan School Millbrae | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST DUNSTAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Millbrae | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| OUR LADY OF ANGELS SCHOOL Burlingame | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| OUR LADY OF ANGELS SCHOOL Burlingame | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Green Hills Elementary Millbrae | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Lomita Park Elementary San Bruno | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Peninsula High (Continuation) Burlingame | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Sical home school San Bruno | 1.6 mi | — |
| Capuchino High San Bruno | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Burlingame | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| THE AVALON ACADEMY Burlingame | 1.4 mi | — |
| GLEN OAKS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Millbrae | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$157,567
Median Home Value
$1,929,700
Median Rent
$3,401/mo
Population
22,589
College Educated
50.5%
Homeownership
63.2%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
45.3
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| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley, CA | 7.8 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina, CA | 7.8 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia, CA | 7.8 |
| Center for Advanced Learning Los Angeles, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spring Valley Elementary
What grades does Spring Valley Elementary serve?
Spring Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Spring Valley Elementary?
Spring Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Valley Elementary is 29.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spring Valley Elementary rank in CA?
Spring Valley Elementary ranks #1,971 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Spring Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Spring Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Valley Elementary has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Spring Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Spring Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spring Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Spring Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Valley Elementary?
19.1% of students at Spring 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 382
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 29.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.4%
- Phone
- (650) 697-5681
Resources & Links
District
Millbrae Elementary- District Enrollment
- 2,065
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,390
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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