Valencia Elementary School

541 West 22nd St.
Upland, CA 91784
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Valencia Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 571 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 20% in CA
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Valencia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Valencia Elementary School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Valencia Elementary School is dedicated to promoting academic achievement and positive social behavior by creating a safe, nurturing community of students, staff, and families.

School Rankings

Valencia Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valencia Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#1519 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
52%
34%
67%
47%
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
43%
20%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.65
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Valencia Elementary School's ranking?
Valencia Elementary School is ranked #1519 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valencia Elementary School often compared to?
Valencia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pepper Tree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valencia Elementary School?
571 students attend Valencia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Valencia Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valencia Elementary School?
Valencia Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valencia Elementary School offer ?
Valencia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Valencia Elementary School part of?
Valencia Elementary School is part of Upland Unified School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 571 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 57%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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