Elementary Schools in Castro Valley Unified

Castro Valley Unified School District serves grades K-5 through nine elementary schools, forming a high-performing district ranked in the 85th percentile statewide.

The district's schools generally outperform California averages, but performance varies. Jensen Ranch Elementary is the clear academic leader, ranking among the top 2% of state elementary schools with the highest test scores and lowest chronic absenteeism. Proctor Elementary is another consistent top performer. In contrast, Stanton Elementary faces the most significant challenges, with the district's lowest ranking and test scores.

Key findings show that while higher-performing schools often have lower rates of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch, Proctor demonstrates high achievement is possible across different demographics. Science is a relative weakness district-wide compared to English and Math. Notable grade-level inconsistencies exist, such as a major drop in 4th-grade Math at Marshall Elementary and highly variable scores at the small Palomares Elementary. Overall, Castro Valley Unified provides a strong education, but parents should note the considerable range in outcomes between its highest and lowest-performing schools.