Excellent
#690 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Valley View Elementary
Elementary School · Glendale Unified
4900 Maryland Ave., La Crescenta, CA 91214
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
455
Student-Teacher
25.3:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#690 of 9,539
In La Crescenta
#3 of 9
public schools
In district
#5 of 31
Glendale Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Valley View Elementary
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About Valley View Elementary
Valley View Elementary is a public elementary school in La Crescenta, CA, part of Glendale Unified. Valley View Elementary serves approximately 455 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #690 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Valley View Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Valley View Elementary runs 25.3:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Valley View Elementary — Students at Valley View Elementary score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Valley View Elementary Compares
See how Valley View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4900 Maryland Ave., La Crescenta, CA 91214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dunsmore Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Monte Vista Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Abraham Lincoln Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in La Crescenta, see our La Crescenta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Anderson W. Clark Magnet High La Crescenta | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| St. James -Holy Redeemer School La Crescenta | 0.4 mi | — |
| Dunsmore Elementary La Crescenta | 0.4 mi | 8.8 |
| ST JAMES-HOLY REDEEMER SCHOOL La Crescenta | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| CHAMLIAN ARMENIAN SCHOOL Glendale | 0.9 mi | 2.3 |
| Chamlian Armenian School Glendale | 0.9 mi | — |
| Monte Vista Elementary La Crescenta | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Crescenta Valley High La Crescenta | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| FIRST STEPS SCHOOL La Crescenta | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| First Steps La Crescenta | 1.1 mi | — |
| Rosemont Middle La Crescenta | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| La Crescenta Elementary La Crescenta | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Mountain View Elementary Tujunga | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Elliott Institute La Crescenta | 1.7 mi | — |
| ELLIOTT INSTITUTE La Crescenta | 1.7 mi | — |
| Mountain Avenue Elementary La Crescenta | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| ROBBINS NEST PRESCHOOL La Crescenta | 1.9 mi | — |
| St. Monica Academy Montrose | 2.2 mi | — |
| ST MONICA ACADEMY Montrose | 2.2 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,716
Median Home Value
$1,088,200
Median Rent
$2,475/mo
Population
31,707
College Educated
59.2%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
40.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Argonne Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.6 |
| Audubon Elementary Foster City, CA | 8.6 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Glendale, CA | 8.6 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia, CA | 8.6 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.6 |
| C. B. Eaton Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.6 |
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 455 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary is 25.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valley View Elementary rank in CA?
Valley View Elementary ranks #690 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Valley View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% 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?
24.0% 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 455
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.5%
- Phone
- (818) 236-3771
Resources & Links
District
Glendale Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,049
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,739
- District Rank
- #5 of 31
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