Serving 678 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Valley Life Charter 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Life Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley Life Charter's student population of 678 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
678 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley Life Charter 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 Valley Life Charter is 0.59, 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
#4640 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Valley Life Charter's ranking?
Valley Life Charter is ranked #4640 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valley Life Charter often compared to?
Valley Life Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Sycamore Valley Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Life Charter?
The graduation rate of Valley Life Charter is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 85%.
How many students attend Valley Life Charter?
678 students attend Valley Life Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Valley Life Charter students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Life Charter?
Valley Life Charter has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley Life Charter offer ?
Valley Life Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Valley Life Charter part of?
Valley Life Charter is part of Valley Life Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 10/1/2016
Very much would like to recommend the school to any one. Friendly stuff and teachers. Everone including students seem to have a smile. Every day that I go to drop off my son or pick him up from school. Very happy with the school. I want to thank the stuff and teachers. Sincerely Mrs. Duran.
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