Needs Improvement
#9423 of 9,539 schools in CA
Yucca Loma Elementary
Elementary School · Apple Valley Unified
21351 Yucca Loma Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92307
Enrollment
667
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
667
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,423 of 9,539
In Apple Valley
#12 of 15
public schools
In district
#11 of 14
Apple Valley Unified
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About Yucca Loma Elementary
Yucca Loma Elementary is a public elementary school in Apple Valley, CA, part of Apple Valley Unified. Yucca Loma Elementary serves approximately 667 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Yucca Loma Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #9,423 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Yucca Loma Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 2.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Yucca Loma Elementary runs 23:1 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.
60% of students at Yucca Loma 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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Yucca Loma Elementary — Students at Yucca Loma Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.3%
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: 2.1/10.
How Yucca Loma Elementary Compares
See how Yucca Loma Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
21351 Yucca Loma Rd., Apple Valley, CA 92307
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yucca Loma Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Endeavour School of Exploration (rated 5.4/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Victorville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sitting Bull Academy (rated 3.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Apple Valley Virtual Academy (rated 3.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Apple Valley, see our Apple Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| High Desert Premier Academy Apple Valley | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Rancho Verde Elementary Apple Valley | 1.3 mi | 2.3 |
| Apple Valley Virtual Academy Apple Valley | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Granite Hills High Apple Valley | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Apple Valley High Apple Valley | 2.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Phoenix Academy Apple Valley | 2.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Vanguard Preparatory Apple Valley | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Sandia Elementary Apple Valley | 2.5 mi | 2.1 |
| Sitting Bull Academy Apple Valley | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Rio Vista School of Applied Learning Apple Valley | 3.1 mi | 2.8 |
| Mariana Academy Apple Valley | 3.9 mi | 3.1 |
| APPLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Apple Valley | 3.6 mi | 5.6 |
| APPLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Apple Valley | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Victor Valley Desert Christian Apple Valley | 4.2 mi | — |
| Sycamore Rocks Elementary Apple Valley | 4.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Excelsior Charter Victorville | 4.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Desert Knolls Elementary Apple Valley | 4.5 mi | 2.3 |
| Lakeview Leadership Academy Victorville | 4.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Endeavour School of Exploration Victorville | 4.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Academy for Academic Excellence Apple Valley | 5.1 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,715
Median Home Value
$396,900
Median Rent
$1,379/mo
Population
40,666
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
41.1 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Median Age
35
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| Anna Kyle Elementary Fairfield, CA | 2.6 |
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| Harder Elementary Hayward, CA | 2.6 |
| Little Lake Elementary Hemet, CA | 2.6 |
| Naranca Elementary El Cajon, CA | 2.6 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Fresno, CA | 2.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yucca Loma Elementary
What grades does Yucca Loma Elementary serve?
Yucca Loma Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Yucca Loma Elementary?
Yucca Loma Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 667 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yucca Loma Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Yucca Loma Elementary is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yucca Loma Elementary rank in CA?
Yucca Loma Elementary ranks #9,423 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Yucca Loma Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Yucca Loma Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 Yucca Loma Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yucca Loma Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Yucca Loma Elementary a charter school?
No, Yucca Loma Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yucca Loma Elementary a Title I school?
No, Yucca Loma Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yucca Loma Elementary?
87.3% of students at Yucca Loma 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
- 667
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.8%
- Phone
- (760) 247-2623
Resources & Links
District
Apple Valley Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,756
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,735
- District Rank
- #11 of 14
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