Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valley Springs Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Springs Elementary School's student population of 383 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley Springs Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Springs Elementary School is 0.56, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#6316 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
White
56%
20%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Springs Elementary School is ranked #6316 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valley Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Valley Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jenny Lind Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valley Springs Elementary School?
383 students attend Valley Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Valley Springs Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Springs Elementary School?
Valley Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley Springs Elementary School offer ?
Valley Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Valley Springs Elementary School part of?
Valley Springs Elementary School is part of Calaveras Unified School District.
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