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Valley Oak High

High School · Napa Valley Unified

1600 Myrtle Ave., Napa, CA 94558

Enrollment

170

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

10th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#7,290 of 9,539

In Napa

#15 of 23

public schools

In district

#19 of 26

Napa Valley Unified

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Valley Oak High

5.0/10

High School in Napa · grades 10th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Napa Valley Independent Studies

6.1/10

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5.1/10

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About Valley Oak High

Valley Oak High is a public high school in Napa, CA, part of Napa Valley Unified. Valley Oak High serves approximately 170 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Oak High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,290 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Valley Oak High show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • CA avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 170 students, Valley Oak High 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-1.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics1.7Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency8.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-28 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-47.8 pts
Overall Proficiency4% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-24.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile2th
College Readiness6.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate67%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,673

Valley Oak High — Students at Valley Oak High score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 8.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
31.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 12.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
51.5% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2010
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2024
ELA
8.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.

How Valley Oak High Compares

See how Valley Oak High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in CA
Academic
1.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Advanced STEM
1/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
9 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses1 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1600 Myrtle Ave., Napa, CA 94558

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Valley Oak High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Vintage High (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Technology High (rated 6.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Napa High (rated 5.1/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Napa, see our Napa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Napa Valley Independent Studies Napa 0.0 mi 6.1
Napa High Napa 0.4 mi 5.1
Kolbe Academy Napa 0.7 mi
McPherson Elementary Napa 0.6 mi 2.7
KOLBE ACADEMY & TRINITY PREP Napa 0.7 mi 5.2
Kolbe Academy and Trinity Prep Napa 0.7 mi
Bel Aire Park Elementary Napa 0.9 mi 6.5
West Park Elementary Napa 0.8 mi 2.9
Pueblo Vista Elementary Napa 0.8 mi 8.1
Redwood Middle Napa 0.9 mi 3.8
New Technology High Napa 0.9 mi 6.1
VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Napa 1.1 mi 6.2
Napa Valley Language Academy Napa 1.2 mi 5.9
St. Apollinaris Elementary School Napa 1.2 mi
ST APOLLINARIS SCHOOL Napa 1.2 mi 5.0
HOPPER CREEK MONTESSORI Napa 1.3 mi
Vintage High Napa 1.3 mi 6.2
BLUE OAK SCHOOL Napa 1.2 mi 6.9
NATURE'S WAY MONTESSORI Napa 1.2 mi
St. John's Lutheran Elementary Napa 1.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94558 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,444

Median Home Value

$855,600

Median Rent

$2,248/mo

Population

64,552

College Educated

38.3%

Homeownership

67.3%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

44.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Valley Oak High

What grades does Valley Oak High serve?

Valley Oak High serves students in grades 10th through 12th.

How many students attend Valley Oak High?

Valley Oak High has an enrollment of approximately 170 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Oak High?

The student-teacher ratio at Valley Oak High is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Valley Oak High rank in CA?

Valley Oak High ranks #7,290 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Valley Oak High's MySchoolScout rating?

Valley Oak High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Valley Oak High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley Oak High has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Valley Oak High a charter school?

No, Valley Oak High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Valley Oak High a Title I school?

No, Valley Oak High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley Oak High?

81.8% of students at Valley Oak High 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
86 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
170
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.8%
Type
alternative
Setting
Small City
County
Napa County
4-Year Graduation
67.0%

District

Napa Valley Unified
District Enrollment
16,116
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,673
District Rank
#19 of 26

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