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#6140 of 9,539 schools in CA
Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified
12333 Eighth St., Yucaipa, CA 92399
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
23.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,140 of 9,539
In Yucaipa
#5 of 13
public schools
In district
#4 of 13
Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified
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Valley Elementary
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About Valley Elementary
Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Yucaipa, CA, part of Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified. Valley Elementary serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,140 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Valley Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Valley Elementary runs 23.3:1 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.
30% of students at Valley 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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Valley Elementary — Students at Valley Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.6%
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: 5.5/10.
How Valley Elementary Compares
See how Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
12333 Eighth St., Yucaipa, CA 92399
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Inland Leaders Charter (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Competitive Edge Charter Academy (CECA) (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mariposa Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Redlands), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yucaipa, see our Yucaipa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak View High School & Education Center Yucaipa | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Chapman Heights Elementary Yucaipa | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Dunlap Elementary Yucaipa | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Yucaipa High Yucaipa | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Competitive Edge Charter Academy (CECA) Yucaipa | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Inland Leaders Charter Yucaipa | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Mesa View Middle Calimesa | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Calimesa Elementary Yucaipa | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Park View Middle Yucaipa | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Ridgeview Elementary Yucaipa | 2.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Monty's Montessori Academy Calimesa | 3.5 mi | — |
| MONTY'S MONTESSORI ACADEMY Calimesa | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Green Valley High Yucaipa | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Green Valley Independent Study Yucaipa | 3.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Wildwood Elementary Yucaipa | 3.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Mariposa Elementary Redlands | 3.7 mi | 7.6 |
| ORANGE GROVE ACADEMY Mentone | 4.0 mi | — |
| Mentone Elementary Mentone | 4.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Summerwind Trails Beaumont | 4.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Redlands East Valley High Redlands | 4.1 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92399 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,718
Median Home Value
$472,400
Median Rent
$1,658/mo
Population
55,029
College Educated
26.5%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
37.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Elementary
What grades does Valley Elementary serve?
Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Valley Elementary?
Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Elementary is 23.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valley Elementary rank in CA?
Valley Elementary ranks #6,140 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
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 Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley Elementary?
82.6% of students at 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 512
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (909) 797-1125
Resources & Links
District
Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,529
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,370
- District Rank
- #4 of 13
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