Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students (20-21)
4 students
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Asian
(20-21)n/a
12%
Hispanic
(20-21)25%
56%
Black
(20-21)n/a
5%
White
(20-21)75%
22%
Hawaiian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(20-21)n/a
5%
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
How many students attend Valley Oaks Elementary (Alternative)?
4 students attend Valley Oaks Elementary (Alternative).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Valley Oaks Elementary (Alternative) students are White, and 25% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Valley Oaks Elementary (Alternative) offer ?
Valley Oaks Elementary (Alternative) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Valley Oaks Elementary (Alternative) part of?
Valley Oaks Elementary (Alternative) is part of Petaluma City Elementary School District.
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