Diamond Valley Elementary

Alpine County Unified
35 Hawkside Dr.
Markleeville, CA 96120
61 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Diamond Valley Elementary, located at 35 Hawkside Dr. in Markleeville, California, serves as the primary educational hub for the small, mountain community of Alpine County. As part of the Alpine County Unified School District, the school operates in a unique rural setting, characterized by its intimate class sizes and a close-knit environment that fosters strong relationships between students, staff, and families. Being the only elementary school in the county, it plays a vital role in the local community, often reflecting the rugged beauty and tight-knit nature of the Sierra Nevada region it serves.

Academically, the school focuses on providing a personalized learning experience that leverages its small enrollment to ensure each student receives individualized attention. The curriculum is designed to meet state standards while integrating the distinct geographical and historical context of Markleeville. Because of its remote location, the school emphasizes community involvement and outdoor-oriented enrichment opportunities, aiming to prepare students for academic success while maintaining the values and traditions of their high-mountain home.
61
Total Students
7.0
Full-Time Teachers
8.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
63.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • American Indian
    31 (50.8 %)
  • White
    23 (37.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    4 (6.6 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (4.9 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Alpine County Unified
Phone: (530)694-2238
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 61
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 7.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 39
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Kindergarten 8
Grade 1 9
Grade 2 9
Grade 3 8
Grade 4 7
Grade 5 5
Grade 6 4
Grade 7 4
Grade 8 7
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
G. L. Scarselli Elementary School
DOUGLAS COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
368 Students
699 Long Valley Rd
Gardnerville, NV 89460 (9.4 miles away)
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th