HAPPY VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Happy Valley Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Happy Valley Elementary school district, located in Santa Cruz, CA with about 120 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 6 teachers, Happy Valley Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Happy Valley Elementary, located in the scenic hills of Santa Cruz, California, is a unique, small-scale public school known for its tight-knit community and commitment to progressive education. Serving students from kindergarten through sixth grade, the school emphasizes a "whole child" approach that balances rigorous academic standards with a strong focus on social-emotional development, creativity, and environmental awareness. Its location on Branciforte Drive provides a serene, natural setting that is frequently integrated into the curriculum, allowing students to benefit from hands-on learning experiences in the outdoors.
The school is widely recognized for its high level of parent involvement and a collaborative atmosphere that fosters close relationships between families, teachers, and staff. Because of its small student population, Happy Valley is able to offer a personalized learning environment where students feel supported and encouraged to pursue individual interests. With a curriculum that often includes enrichment programs in art, music, and science, the school strives to cultivate curious, engaged learners within a nurturing and inclusive environment that reflects the distinct character of the Santa Cruz community.
For more information, contact Happy Valley Elementary at (831) 429-1456 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Santa Cruz, CA 95065-9775
(831) 429-1456
http://www.hvesd.com
HAPPY VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Santa Cruz, CA with about 120 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Happy Valley Elementary
- Total Students:
- 120
- Teachers:
- 6.2
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 120 students
- White
- 69.2%
- Two or more races
- 15.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.5%
- Asian
- 5.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 2.5%
- Black or African American
- 0.8%
- Female
- 45.8%
- Male
- 54.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.