Below Average
#8627 of 9,539 schools in CA
Val Verde Elementary
Elementary School · Val Verde Unified
2656 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
640
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,627 of 9,539
In Perris
#22 of 28
public schools
In district
#18 of 21
Val Verde Unified
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Val Verde Elementary
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About Val Verde Elementary
Val Verde Elementary is a public elementary school in Perris, CA, part of Val Verde Unified. Val Verde Elementary serves approximately 640 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Val Verde Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,627 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Val Verde Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Val Verde 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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Val Verde Elementary — Students at Val Verde Elementary score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
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: 2.1/10.
How Val Verde Elementary Compares
See how Val Verde 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
2656 Indian Ave., Perris, CA 92571
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Val Verde Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clearwater Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Triple Crown Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Perris, see our Perris schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Innovative Horizons Charter Perris | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Val Verde High Perris | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Val Verde Student Success Academy Perris | 1.4 mi | — |
| Val Verde Academy Perris | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Triple Crown Elementary Perris | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Oak Grove at The Ranch Perris | 1.6 mi | — |
| Perris High Perris | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| California Military Institute Perris | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Clearwater Elementary Perris | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Palms Elementary Perris | 2.2 mi | 3.3 |
| May Ranch Elementary Perris | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Sky View Elementary Perris | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Perris | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Orange Vista High Perris | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Perris Elementary Perris | 2.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Enchanted Hills Elementary Perris | 2.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Pathways for Adult Life Skills Perris | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Perris Lake High (Continuation) Perris | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Scholar Plus Online Learning Perris | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Rancho Verde High Moreno Valley | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92571 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,746
Median Home Value
$430,800
Median Rent
$2,005/mo
Population
60,153
College Educated
11.8%
Homeownership
71.7%
Avg Commute
37.7 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
31.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Val Verde Elementary
What grades does Val Verde Elementary serve?
Val Verde Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Val Verde Elementary?
Val Verde Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 640 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Val Verde Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Val Verde Elementary is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Val Verde Elementary rank in CA?
Val Verde Elementary ranks #8,627 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Val Verde Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Val Verde Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Val Verde Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Val Verde Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Val Verde Elementary a charter school?
No, Val Verde Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Val Verde Elementary a Title I school?
No, Val Verde Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Val Verde Elementary?
90.2% of students at Val Verde 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 640
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.8%
- Phone
- (951) 940-8550
Resources & Links
District
Val Verde Unified- District Enrollment
- 19,361
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,164
- District Rank
- #18 of 21
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