Serving 375 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mission Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mission Valley Elementary School's student population of 375 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
375 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2018
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate, Challenge, Inspire
School Rankings
Mission Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mission Valley Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#251 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
77%
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Fremont Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Beavers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Mission Valley Elementary School is ranked #251 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mission Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Mission Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mission San Jose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mission Valley Elementary School?
375 students attend Mission Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mission Valley Elementary School students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission Valley Elementary School?
Mission Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mission Valley Elementary School offer ?
Mission Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mission Valley Elementary School part of?
Mission Valley Elementary School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission Valley Elementary School located?
Mission Valley Elementary School is located in the Mission Valley neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Mission Valley.
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