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Valencia Park Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
5880 Skyline Dr., San Diego, CA 92114
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
21.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,483 of 9,539
In San Diego
#212 of 288
public schools
In district
#137 of 174
San Diego Unified
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Valencia Park Elementary
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About Valencia Park Elementary
Valencia Park Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Valencia Park Elementary serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Valencia Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,483 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Valencia Park Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Valencia Park Elementary runs 21.8:1 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.
37% of students at Valencia Park 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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Valencia Park Elementary — Students at Valencia Park Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.3/10.
How Valencia Park Elementary Compares
See how Valencia Park 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
5880 Skyline Dr., San Diego, CA 92114
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valencia Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nye Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Johnson Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, El Toyon Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby National City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ingenuity Charter San Diego | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| The O'Farrell Charter San Diego | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Srinivasan School San Diego | 0.4 mi | — |
| Nye Elementary San Diego | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| ST RITA'S SCHOOL San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| St. Rita's School San Diego | 0.7 mi | — |
| Ira Harbison National City | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Encanto Elementary San Diego | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Lincoln High San Diego | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| San Diego Workforce Innovation High National City | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Johnson Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Horton Elementary San Diego | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| KIPP Adelante Preparatory Academy San Diego | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Knox Middle San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Perry Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Porter Elementary San Diego | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| El Toyon Elementary National City | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Paradise Hills Elementary San Diego | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Mt. Erie Christian Academy San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| MT ERIE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,171
Median Home Value
$604,300
Median Rent
$1,741/mo
Population
64,820
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
38
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valencia Park Elementary
What grades does Valencia Park Elementary serve?
Valencia Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Valencia Park Elementary?
Valencia Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valencia Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Valencia Park Elementary is 21.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valencia Park Elementary rank in CA?
Valencia Park Elementary ranks #6,483 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Valencia Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Valencia Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Valencia Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valencia Park Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Valencia Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Valencia Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valencia Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Valencia Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valencia Park Elementary?
86.3% of students at Valencia Park 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.6%
- Phone
- (619) 344-3500
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #137 of 174
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