Excellent
#1309 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 14% in state
Sun Valley Elementary
Elementary School · San Rafael City Elementary
75 Happy Ln., San Rafael, CA 94901
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,309 of 9,539
In San Rafael
#1 of 17
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
San Rafael City Elementary
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Sun Valley Elementary
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About Sun Valley Elementary
Sun Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in San Rafael, CA, part of San Rafael City Elementary. Sun Valley Elementary serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sun Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,309 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sun Valley Elementary show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sun Valley Elementary runs 23.1:1 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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Sun Valley Elementary — Students at Sun Valley Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31%
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: 7.7/10.
How Sun Valley Elementary Compares
See how Sun Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
75 Happy Ln., San Rafael, CA 94901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sun Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ross Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Ross), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wade Thomas Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby San Anselmo), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Brookside Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby San Anselmo), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Rafael, see our San Rafael schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Irene M. Hunt School / Side by Side San Anselmo | 0.6 mi | — |
| SAN ANSELMO MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Anselmo | 0.6 mi | — |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL San Anselmo | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| IRINE M HUNT SCHOOL OF MARIN San Anselmo | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Terra Linda High San Rafael | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| CHRONOS ACADEMY San Anselmo | 0.9 mi | — |
| MARIN ACADEMY San Rafael | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| St. Anselm School San Anselmo | 1.2 mi | — |
| Wade Thomas Elementary San Anselmo | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Vallecito Elementary San Rafael | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Archie Williams High San Anselmo | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES SAN RAFAEL San Rafael | 1.3 mi | — |
| MARK DAY SCHOOL San Rafael | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Mark Day School San Rafael | 1.5 mi | — |
| THE BRANSON SCHOOL Ross | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Ross Elementary Ross | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Brookside Elementary San Anselmo | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Saint Isabella School San Rafael | 1.8 mi | — |
| The Branson School Ross | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL San Rafael | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,837
Median Home Value
$1,369,500
Median Rent
$2,229/mo
Population
41,095
College Educated
48.4%
Homeownership
49.9%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
42.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sun Valley Elementary
What grades does Sun Valley Elementary serve?
Sun Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sun Valley Elementary?
Sun Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sun Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sun Valley Elementary is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sun Valley Elementary rank in CA?
Sun Valley Elementary ranks #1,309 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sun Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sun Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Sun Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sun Valley Elementary has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Sun Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Sun Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sun Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sun Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sun Valley Elementary?
31.0% of students at Sun 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
- 509
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Marin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.1%
- Phone
- (415) 485-2440
Resources & Links
District
San Rafael City Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,356
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,233
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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