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#4276 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 45% in state
Valley View Elementary
Elementary School · Coachella Valley Unified
85-270 Valley Rd., Coachella, CA 92236
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,276 of 9,539
In Coachella
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#5 of 21
Coachella Valley Unified
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Valley View Elementary
Valley View Elementary is a public elementary school in Coachella, CA, part of Coachella Valley Unified. Valley View Elementary serves approximately 595 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,276 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Valley View Elementary show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Valley View Elementary runs 22.9:1 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.
46% of students at Valley View 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 View Elementary — Students at Valley View Elementary score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Valley View Elementary Compares
See how Valley View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
85-270 Valley Rd., Coachella, CA 92236
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Peter Pendleton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valle del Sol Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cesar Chavez Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Coachella, see our Coachella schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bobby Duke Middle Coachella | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Peter Pendleton Elementary Coachella | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Palm View Elementary Coachella | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| NOVA Academy - Coachella Santa Ana | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Valle del Sol Elementary Coachella | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Coachella | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Coral Mountain Academy Coachella | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Imagine Schools Riverside County Coachella | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Coachella Valley High Thermal | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Martin Van Buren Elementary Indio | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| John Kelley Elementary Thermal | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| The Kingdom of Light Homeschool Thermal | 2.8 mi | — |
| Cahuilla Desert Academy Junior High Coachella | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| La Familia Continuation High Thermal | 2.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Elementary Indio | 3.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Westside Elementary Thermal | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Thomas Jefferson Middle Indio | 3.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Amistad High (Continuation) Indio | 4.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Dr. Reynaldo J. Carreon Jr. Academy Indio | 4.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Al Vasquez Learning Center Indio | 4.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,235
Median Home Value
$342,500
Median Rent
$1,113/mo
Population
42,884
College Educated
5.7%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Median Age
33.4
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|---|---|
| Allen Avenue Elementary San Dimas, CA | 6.6 |
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| Anderson (Linford L.) Elementary Dixon, CA | 6.6 |
| Annie R. Mitchell Visalia, CA | 6.6 |
| Arroyo Seco Academy Greenfield, CA | 6.6 |
| Arts In Action Community Charter Los Angeles, CA | 6.6 |
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 6th.
How many students attend Valley View Elementary?
Valley View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 595 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valley View Elementary rank in CA?
Valley View Elementary ranks #4,276 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Valley View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 26% 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?
93.4% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 595
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.4%
- Phone
- (760) 398-4651
Resources & Links
District
Coachella Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 16,046
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,412
- District Rank
- #5 of 21
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