Needs Improvement
#9021 of 9,539 schools in CA
Ygnacio Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Mt. Diablo Unified
2217 Chalomar Rd., Concord, CA 94518
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher
24.2:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,021 of 9,539
In Concord
#18 of 23
public schools
In district
#38 of 47
Mt. Diablo Unified
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About Ygnacio Valley Elementary
Ygnacio Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Concord, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified. Ygnacio Valley Elementary serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.2:1 student-teacher ratio.
Ygnacio Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #9,021 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Ygnacio Valley Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Ygnacio Valley Elementary runs 24.2:1 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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Ygnacio Valley Elementary — Students at Ygnacio Valley Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.7/10.
How Ygnacio Valley Elementary Compares
See how Ygnacio Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2217 Chalomar Rd., Concord, CA 94518
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ygnacio Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bancroft Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Walnut Creek), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI (rated 4.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KLA SCHOOLS OF WALNUT CREEK (rated 4.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Walnut Creek), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SPECTRUM CENTER-VALLEY CAMPUS Concord | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Spectrum Center, Inc.-Valley Campus Concord | 0.3 mi | — |
| CORE EDUCATION ACADEMY Concord | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| CORE Education Academy Concord | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI Concord | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Saint Francis of Assisi Concord | 0.6 mi | — |
| Oak Grove Middle Concord | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Woodside Elementary Concord | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| DE LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL Concord | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| De La Salle High School of Concord Concord | 1.1 mi | — |
| Ygnacio Valley High Concord | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Cambridge Elementary Concord | 0.9 mi | 2.0 |
| Carondelet High School Concord | 1.2 mi | — |
| CARONDELET HIGH SCHOOL Concord | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Meadow Homes Elementary Concord | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| SPRINGFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Walnut Creek | 1.3 mi | — |
| Contra Costa School of Performing Arts Walnut Creek | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Fair Oaks Elementary Pleasant Hill | 1.2 mi | 3.1 |
| KLA SCHOOLS OF WALNUT CREEK Walnut Creek | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Bancroft Elementary Walnut Creek | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94518 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$111,406
Median Home Value
$826,500
Median Rent
$2,290/mo
Population
27,743
College Educated
44.3%
Homeownership
69.2%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
40.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ygnacio Valley Elementary
What grades does Ygnacio Valley Elementary serve?
Ygnacio Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Ygnacio Valley Elementary?
Ygnacio Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ygnacio Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ygnacio Valley Elementary is 24.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ygnacio Valley Elementary rank in CA?
Ygnacio Valley Elementary ranks #9,021 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Ygnacio Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ygnacio Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Ygnacio Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ygnacio Valley Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ygnacio Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Ygnacio Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ygnacio Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ygnacio Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ygnacio Valley Elementary?
86.0% of students at Ygnacio Valley 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
- 387
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.7%
- Phone
- (925) 682-9336
Resources & Links
District
Mt. Diablo Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,356
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #38 of 47
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