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#4420 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 46% in state
Valley View Elementary
Elementary School · Pleasanton Unified
480 Adams Way, Pleasanton, CA 94566
Enrollment
657
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
657
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,420 of 9,539
In Pleasanton
#14 of 15
public schools
In district
#14 of 15
Pleasanton Unified
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Valley View Elementary
Elementary School in Pleasanton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Valley View Elementary
Valley View Elementary is a public elementary school in Pleasanton, CA, part of Pleasanton Unified. Valley View Elementary serves approximately 657 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,420 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Valley View Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Valley View Elementary runs 23.5:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Valley View Elementary — Students at Valley View Elementary score 59% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.9%
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: 6.2/10.
How Valley View Elementary Compares
See how Valley View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
480 Adams Way, Pleasanton, CA 94566
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vintage Hills Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairlands Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Walnut Grove Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pleasanton, see our Pleasanton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vintage Hills Elementary Pleasanton | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Lighthouse Baptist School Pleasanton | 0.6 mi | — |
| LIGHTHOUSE BAPTIST SCHOOL Pleasanton | 0.6 mi | — |
| The Pleasanton Virtual Academy Pleasanton | 0.7 mi | — |
| Village High Pleasanton | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Alisal Elementary Pleasanton | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Amador Valley High Pleasanton | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Pleasanton Middle Pleasanton | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Phoebe Apperson Hearst Elementary Pleasanton | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Harvest Park Middle Pleasanton | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Walnut Grove Elementary Pleasanton | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Henry P. Mohr Elementary Pleasanton | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Fairlands Elementary Pleasanton | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Thomas S. Hart Middle Pleasanton | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Fusion Academy Pleasanton Pleasanton | 2.8 mi | — |
| FUSION ACADEMY PLEASANTON Pleasanton | 2.8 mi | — |
| Stratford School - Pleasanton Pleasanton | 2.8 mi | — |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL Pleasanton | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| HACIENDA SCHOOL Pleasanton | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| HACIENDA SCHOOL Pleasanton | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$187,721
Median Home Value
$1,592,200
Median Rent
$2,639/mo
Population
44,782
College Educated
67.1%
Homeownership
71.2%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
44.9
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| Almondale Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 6.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley View Elementary
What grades does Valley View Elementary serve?
Valley View Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Valley View Elementary?
Valley View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 657 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valley View Elementary rank in CA?
Valley View Elementary ranks #4,420 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Valley View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley View Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Valley View Elementary a charter school?
No, Valley View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Valley View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley View Elementary?
19.9% of students at Valley View 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
- 657
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (925) 426-4230
Resources & Links
District
Pleasanton Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,696
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,215
- District Rank
- #14 of 15
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