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#605 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 34% of private schools
Valley View Adventist Junior Academy
School
230 VERNON ST, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
72
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#605 of 1,787
In Arroyo Grande
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Valley View Adventist Junior Academy
Valley View Adventist Junior Academy is a private school in Arroyo Grande, CA. Valley View Adventist Junior Academy serves approximately 72 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-10th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View Adventist Junior Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #605 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 72 students, Valley View Adventist Junior Academy 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.
Valley View Adventist Junior Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Valley View Adventist Junior Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Arroyo Grande, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Valley View Adventist Junior Academy (this school) | 6.8 |
| Arroyo Grande High | 6.6 |
| Paulding Middle | 7.5 |
| Ocean View Elementary | 8.6 |
| Harloe Elementary | 6.7 |
| Mesa Middle | 6.0 |
| Branch Elementary | 7.5 |
| Lopez Continuation High | 6.0 |
| Pacific View Academy | 2.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
230 VERNON ST, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley View Adventist Junior Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. COASTAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Pismo Beach), a more accessible option. Additionally, Pacific View Academy (rated 2.5/10, 4.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Arroyo Grande, see our Arroyo Grande schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valley View Adventist School Arroyo Grande | 0.0 mi | — |
| ARROYO GRANDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Arroyo Grande | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST PATRICKS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Arroyo Grande | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Arroyo Grande High Arroyo Grande | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Paulding Middle Arroyo Grande | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Harloe Elementary Arroyo Grande | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Ocean View Elementary Arroyo Grande | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pismo Beach | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Fairgrove Elementary Grover Beach | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Grover Beach Elementary Grover Beach | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Oceano Elementary Oceano | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| DANDY LION MONTESSORI SCHOOL Grover Beach | 2.1 mi | — |
| Grover Heights Elementary Grover Beach | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Mesa Middle Arroyo Grande | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Judkins Middle Pismo Beach | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Lopez Continuation High Arroyo Grande | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Branch Elementary Arroyo Grande | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Pacific View Academy Arroyo Grande | 4.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Shell Beach Elementary Pismo Beach | 5.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Los Ranchos Elementary San Luis Obispo | 6.9 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,718
Median Home Value
$872,200
Median Rent
$2,025/mo
Population
32,016
College Educated
43.7%
Homeownership
66.2%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
45.4
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| CALVARY BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY American Canyon, CA | 6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley View Adventist Junior Academy
What grades does Valley View Adventist Junior Academy serve?
Valley View Adventist Junior Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.
How many students attend Valley View Adventist Junior Academy?
Valley View Adventist Junior Academy has an enrollment of approximately 72 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View Adventist Junior Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley View Adventist Junior Academy is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Valley View Adventist Junior Academy rank in CA?
Valley View Adventist Junior Academy ranks #605 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Valley View Adventist Junior Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley View Adventist Junior Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Valley View Adventist Junior Academy a private school?
Yes, Valley View Adventist Junior Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Valley View Adventist Junior Academy a religious school?
Valley View Adventist Junior Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 72
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- San Luis Obispo County
- Phone
- (805) 489-2687
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