Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valencia Academy Of The Arts ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valencia Academy Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Valencia Academy Of The Arts's student population of 398 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Valencia Academy Of The Arts ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valencia Academy Of The Arts is 0.08, 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
#2475 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valencia Academy Of The Arts's ranking?
Valencia Academy Of The Arts is ranked #2475 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valencia Academy Of The Arts often compared to?
Valencia Academy Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valencia Academy Of The Arts?
398 students attend Valencia Academy Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Valencia Academy Of The Arts students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valencia Academy Of The Arts?
Valencia Academy Of The Arts has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valencia Academy Of The Arts offer ?
Valencia Academy Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Valencia Academy Of The Arts part of?
Valencia Academy Of The Arts is part of El Rancho Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Valencia Academy Of The Arts located?
Valencia Academy Of The Arts is located in the El Rancho neighborhood of Pico Rivera, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in El Rancho.
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