Below Average
#7728 of 9,539 schools in CA
Valle Vista Elementary
Elementary School · Mount Pleasant Elementary
1966 Flint Ave., San Jose, CA 95148
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
27.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
27.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,728 of 9,539
In San Jose
#174 of 223
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Mount Pleasant Elementary
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About Valle Vista Elementary
Valle Vista Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Mount Pleasant Elementary. Valle Vista Elementary serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 27.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Valle Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #7,728 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Valle Vista Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 195 students, Valle Vista 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.
Valle Vista Elementary runs 27.9:1 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.
47% of students at Valle Vista 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 Vista Elementary — Students at Valle Vista Elementary score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 5.3/10.
How Valle Vista Elementary Compares
See how Valle Vista Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1966 Flint Ave., San Jose, CA 95148
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valle Vista Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Redwood City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Norwood Creek Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EAST VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ida Jew Academies San Jose | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| August Boeger Middle San Jose | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Robert Sanders Elementary San Jose | 0.4 mi | 4.1 |
| KIPP Navigate College Prep San Jose | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Mt. Pleasant High San Jose | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch San Jose | 0.7 mi | — |
| Kinship Academy San Jose | 0.7 mi | — |
| Adelante Dual Language Academy San Jose | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL San Jose | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Mt. Pleasant Elementary San Jose | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Cedar Grove Elementary San Jose | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Ocala Middle San Jose | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| EAST VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Jose | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| East Valley Christian School San Jose | 1.3 mi | — |
| B. Roberto Cruz Leadership Academy San Jose | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Norwood Creek Elementary San Jose | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Latino College Preparatory Academy San Jose | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Voices College-Bound Language Academy at Mt. Pleasant San Jose | 1.3 mi | 1.4 |
| Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds Redwood City | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| AchieveKids San Jose | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95148 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$160,729
Median Home Value
$1,211,400
Median Rent
$3,217/mo
Population
45,392
College Educated
39.8%
Homeownership
79.9%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
41
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| Achieve Charter School of Paradise Inc. Chico, CA | 4.7 |
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| Etna Elementary Etna, CA | 4.7 |
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| King-Chavez Arts and Athletics Academy San Diego, CA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valle Vista Elementary
What grades does Valle Vista Elementary serve?
Valle Vista Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Valle Vista Elementary?
Valle Vista Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valle Vista Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Valle Vista Elementary is 27.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valle Vista Elementary rank in CA?
Valle Vista Elementary ranks #7,728 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Valle Vista Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Valle Vista Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Valle Vista Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valle Vista Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Valle Vista Elementary a charter school?
No, Valle Vista Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valle Vista Elementary a Title I school?
No, Valle Vista Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valle Vista Elementary?
59.5% of students at Valle Vista 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
- 195
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.2%
- Phone
- (408) 223-3750
Resources & Links
District
Mount Pleasant Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,549
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,360
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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