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Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Mariposa County Unified
PO Box 485, Yosemite, CA 95389
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
7.3:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary
Elementary School in Yosemite · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Yosemite-wawona Elementary Charter
14.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Yosemite National Park EL Portal
13.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary
Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Yosemite, CA, part of Mariposa County Unified. Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary serves approximately 22 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 22 students, Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 22 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Address
- PO Box 485, Yosemite, CA 95389
- Website
- mcusd.org/yve
- Phone
- (209) 372-4791
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 485, Yosemite, CA 95389
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mariposa Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 27.2 miles away, in nearby Mariposa). Another option is Mountain Home Charter (Alternative) (rated 6.0/10, 27.8 miles away, in nearby Oakhurst). Additionally, Yosemite National Park El Portal (rated 5.3/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby El Portal). For more schools in Yosemite, see our Yosemite schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Yosemite-Wawona Elementary Charter Wawona | 14.4 mi | — |
| Yosemite National Park El Portal El Portal | 13.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Yosemite Park High El Portal | 13.0 mi | — |
| Woodland Elementary Mariposa | 25.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Fresno Flats Community Day Ahwahnee | 26.9 mi | — |
| Wasuma Elementary Ahwahnee | 26.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Glacier High School Charter Oakhurst | 27.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Mountain Home Charter (Alternative) Oakhurst | 27.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Sierra Home Mariposa | 25.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Spring Hill High (Continuation) Mariposa | 25.6 mi | — |
| County Community Mariposa | 25.6 mi | — |
| Oak Creek Intermediate Oakhurst | 28.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Yosemite High Oakhurst | 29.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Evergreen High Oakhurst | 29.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Yosemite Falls Education Center Oakhurst | 29.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Oakhurst Elementary Oakhurst | 29.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Ahwahnee High Oakhurst | 29.3 mi | — |
| Monarch Academy Mariposa | 27.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Mariposa County High Mariposa | 27.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Mariposa Elementary Mariposa | 27.2 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95389 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,962
Median Home Value
$912,500
Median Rent
$2,037/mo
Population
2,067
College Educated
34.2%
Homeownership
26.2%
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
35.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary
What grades does Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary serve?
Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary?
Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 22 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yosemite National Park Valley Elementary?
40.9% of students at Yosemite National Park 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 22
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Mariposa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.6%
- Phone
- (209) 372-4791
Resources & Links
District
Mariposa County Unified- District Enrollment
- 1,669
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,026
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