Serving 214 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Spring Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Spring Valley Elementary School's student population of 214 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spring Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spring Valley Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#3716 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spring Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Spring Valley Elementary School is ranked #3716 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Spring Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Spring Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chin (John Yehall) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Spring Valley Elementary School?
214 students attend Spring Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Spring Valley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spring Valley Elementary School?
Spring Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Spring Valley Elementary School offer ?
Spring Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Spring Valley Elementary School part of?
Spring Valley Elementary School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Spring Valley Elementary School located?
Spring Valley Elementary School is located in the Nob Hill neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
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