Below Average
#8588 of 9,539 schools in CA
Valley View Elementary
Elementary School · West Contra Costa Unified
3416 Maywood Dr., Richmond, CA 94803
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
219
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,588 of 9,539
In Richmond
#19 of 31
public schools
In district
#40 of 52
West Contra Costa Unified
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Valley View Elementary
Elementary School in Richmond · grades Kindergarten – 6th. 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 Richmond, CA, part of West Contra Costa Unified. Valley View Elementary serves approximately 219 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,588 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Valley View Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% 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 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.8%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.2/10.
How Valley View Elementary Compares
See how Valley View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3416 Maywood Dr., Richmond, CA 94803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West County Mandarin (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Pinole), which scores notably higher. Another option is EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby El Sobrante), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stewart Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Pinole), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| De Anza High Richmond | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Murphy Elementary El Sobrante | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| La Cheim School, El Sobrante El Sobrante | 0.8 mi | — |
| LA CHEIM SCHOOL, INC. El Sobrante | 0.8 mi | — |
| Ellerhorst Elementary Pinole | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Sheldon Elementary Richmond | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| El Sobrante Christian School El Sobrante | 0.9 mi | — |
| EL SOBRANTE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Sobrante | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Bethel Christian Academy El Sobrante | 0.9 mi | — |
| Olinda Elementary El Sobrante | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Pinole Valley High Pinole | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Stewart Elementary Pinole | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Wildcat Canyon Community School El Sobrante | 1.2 mi | — |
| Seneca Family of Agencies, Catalyst Academy El Sobrante | 1.4 mi | — |
| SENECA FAMILY OF AGENCIE- CATALYST ACADEMY El Sobrante | 1.4 mi | — |
| Betty Reid Soskin Middle El Sobrante | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Collins Elementary Pinole | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| PATTYS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond | 1.8 mi | — |
| Pinole Middle Pinole | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| West County Mandarin Pinole | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,075
Median Home Value
$729,000
Median Rent
$2,295/mo
Population
27,588
College Educated
40.4%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
36.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.3%
Median Age
43.2
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|---|---|
| Anne Darling Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.0 |
| Aspire Capitol Heights Academy Oakland, CA | 4.0 |
| BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord, CA | 4.0 |
| Carl Harvey Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.0 |
| Cypress Elementary Redding, CA | 4.0 |
| Elverta Elementary Elverta, CA | 4.0 |
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 219 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary is 19.9:1. 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 #8,588 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Valley View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley View Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% 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?
65.8% 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
- 219
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (510) 231-1455
Resources & Links
District
West Contra Costa Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,575
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,205
- District Rank
- #40 of 52
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