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#6043 of 9,539 schools in CA
Trinity Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Klamath-Trinity Joint Unified
PO Box 1308, Willow Creek, CA 95573
Enrollment
177
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
177
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,043 of 9,539
In district
#4 of 5
Klamath-Trinity Joint Unified
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Trinity Valley Elementary
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About Trinity Valley Elementary
Trinity Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Willow Creek, CA, part of Klamath-Trinity Joint Unified. Trinity Valley Elementary serves approximately 177 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,043 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Trinity Valley Elementary show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 177 students, Trinity Valley Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Trinity 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.
Trinity 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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Trinity Valley Elementary — Students at Trinity Valley Elementary score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Trinity Valley Elementary Compares
See how Trinity Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 1308, Willow Creek, CA 95573
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trinity Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Street Charter (rated 9.8/10, 23.5 miles away, in nearby Arcata), which scores notably higher. Another option is Burnt Ranch Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Burnt Ranch), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jacoby Creek (rated 7.9/10, 23.5 miles away, in nearby Bayside), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Willow Creek, see our Willow Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Captain John Continuation High Hoopa | 7.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Hoopa Valley High Hoopa | 7.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Hoopa Valley Elementary Hoopa | 7.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Burnt Ranch Elementary Burnt Ranch | 12.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Green Point Elementary Blue Lake | 12.8 mi | — |
| Weitchpec Elementary Hoopa | 16.9 mi | — |
| Maple Creek Elementary Korbel | 17.8 mi | — |
| Blue Lake Union Elementary Blue Lake | 18.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Orleans Elementary Orleans | 24.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Kneeland Elementary Kneeland | 22.1 mi | — |
| Fieldbrook Elementary Mckinleyville | 20.6 mi | 6.0 |
| MISTWOOD EDUCATIONAL CENTER Bayside | 23.3 mi | — |
| Mistwood Educational Center Bayside | 23.3 mi | — |
| Sunny Brae Middle Arcata | 23.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Jacoby Creek Bayside | 23.5 mi | 7.9 |
| ARCATA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Arcata | 23.3 mi | 4.3 |
| SIX RIVERS MONTESSORI Arcata | 23.2 mi | — |
| Union Street Charter Arcata | 23.5 mi | 9.8 |
| Laurel Tree Charter Arcata | 23.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Arcata Elementary Arcata | 23.7 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95573 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,576
Median Home Value
$337,400
Median Rent
$1,773/mo
Population
990
College Educated
29.2%
Homeownership
72.5%
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
61.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trinity Valley Elementary
What grades does Trinity Valley Elementary serve?
Trinity Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Trinity Valley Elementary?
Trinity Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 177 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Valley Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Trinity Valley Elementary rank in CA?
Trinity Valley Elementary ranks #6,043 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Trinity Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Trinity 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 Trinity Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Trinity Valley Elementary has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Trinity Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Trinity Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Trinity Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Trinity Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Trinity Valley Elementary?
79.7% of students at Trinity 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 177
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Humboldt County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.7%
- Phone
- (530) 625-5600
Resources & Links
District
Klamath-Trinity Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 939
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,841
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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