Excellent
#1524 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 16% in state
Valle Del Sol Elementary
Elementary School · Coachella Valley Unified
51-433 Education Way, Coachella, CA 92236
Enrollment
682
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
682
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,524 of 9,539
In Coachella
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 21
Coachella Valley Unified
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Valle Del Sol Elementary
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About Valle Del Sol Elementary
Valle Del Sol Elementary is a public elementary school in Coachella, CA, part of Coachella Valley Unified. Valle Del Sol Elementary serves approximately 682 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Valle Del Sol Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,524 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Valle Del Sol Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Valle Del Sol Elementary runs 20.1:1 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.
49% of students at Valle Del Sol 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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Valle Del Sol Elementary — Students at Valle Del Sol Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 8.8/10.
How Valle Del Sol Elementary Compares
See how Valle Del Sol Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
51-433 Education Way, Coachella, CA 92236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valle Del Sol Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peter Pendleton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cesar Chavez Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Palm View Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Coachella, see our Coachella schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bobby Duke Middle Coachella | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Palm View Elementary Coachella | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Valley View Elementary Coachella | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Peter Pendleton Elementary Coachella | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Coachella | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| NOVA Academy - Coachella Santa Ana | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| John Kelley Elementary Thermal | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| The Kingdom of Light Homeschool Thermal | 2.7 mi | — |
| La Familia Continuation High Thermal | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Coral Mountain Academy Coachella | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Imagine Schools Riverside County Coachella | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Martin Van Buren Elementary Indio | 3.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Coachella Valley High Thermal | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Indio | 3.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior High Coachella | 3.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Indio | 4.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Amistad High (Continuation) Indio | 4.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Desert Sands A.T.L.A.S. Indio | 4.6 mi | — |
| Al Vasquez Learning Center Indio | 4.7 mi | — |
| Doves Landing School Indio | 4.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,235
Median Home Value
$342,500
Median Rent
$1,113/mo
Population
42,884
College Educated
5.7%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valle Del Sol Elementary
What grades does Valle Del Sol Elementary serve?
Valle Del Sol Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Valle Del Sol Elementary?
Valle Del Sol Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 682 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valle Del Sol Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Valle Del Sol Elementary is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valle Del Sol Elementary rank in CA?
Valle Del Sol Elementary ranks #1,524 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Valle Del Sol Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Valle Del Sol Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Valle Del Sol Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valle Del Sol Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Valle Del Sol Elementary a charter school?
No, Valle Del Sol Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valle Del Sol Elementary a Title I school?
No, Valle Del Sol Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valle Del Sol Elementary?
90.9% of students at Valle Del Sol 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
- 682
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.3%
- Phone
- (760) 398-1025
Resources & Links
District
Coachella Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,046
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,412
- District Rank
- #2 of 21
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