Serving 560 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Napa Valley Language Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Napa Valley Language Academy's student population of 560 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Motto
Empowering bilingual and biliterate learners.
School Rankings
Napa Valley Language Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Napa Valley Language Academy is 0.27, 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
#4094 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Napa Valley Language Academy's ranking?
Napa Valley Language Academy is ranked #4094 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Napa Valley Language Academy often compared to?
Napa Valley Language Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Browns Valley Elementary School, Pueblo Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Napa Valley Language Academy?
560 students attend Napa Valley Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Napa Valley Language Academy students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Napa Valley Language Academy?
Napa Valley Language Academy has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Napa Valley Language Academy offer ?
Napa Valley Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Napa Valley Language Academy part of?
Napa Valley Language Academy is part of Napa Valley Unified School District.
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