Serving 336 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lucas Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Math Proficiency: 76%
- Reading Proficiency: 84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lucas Valley Elementary School's student population of 336 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lucas Valley Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)76%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)84%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
71%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lucas Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Lucas Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vallecito Elementary School, Anthony G. Bacich Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Lucas Valley Elementary School?
336 students attend Lucas Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Lucas Valley Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lucas Valley Elementary School?
Lucas Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lucas Valley Elementary School offer ?
Lucas Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lucas Valley Elementary School part of?
Lucas Valley Elementary School is part of Miller Creek Elementary School District.
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