Yucca Valley Elementary School

Yucca Valley, CA 92284-3394

Phone: (760) 365-3381
Fax: (760) 369-6303
District: Morongo Unified School District

5

GreatSchools Rating

public • Grades K-6 • 545 students

Yucca Valley Elementary School serves grades K-6 in the Morongo Unified School District. It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10, based on its performance on state standardized tests.

Yucca Valley Elementary School is a public school located in Yucca Valley, CA. 545 students attend Yucca Valley Elementary School.

School Ratings

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Test Scores 4/10 The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) data from California Department of Education, and using 2025 California Science Test data from California Department of Education.
Student Growth 4/10 The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from California Department of Education.

Posted: July 3, 2019

This is the only elementary school my kids have attended. Due to the low rating and funds I was extremely apprehensive, but I couldn’t have been more pleasantly surprised and pleased. The admin and teaching staff are beyond amazing - the teach, understand, and love the kids with everything that they have to give.

Posted: July 3, 2019

Grade levels tend to agree on a homework plan as a team, so I love the consistency in that regard. I would like it to be more technology based, driven and inclusive though.

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I have three children who attend this school and they absolutely love attending school. The staff is amazing to all of our children, very patient and friendly.

We will be back next school year and already they cannot wait!

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I have a 5th and 1st grade, both have been at the school since preschool. They staff is wonderful and helpful. Teachers are great. We love this school!

Posted: March 27, 2018

I would like to see my daughter take the bus. We live 1.75 miles away from the school. In my opinion I believe that any student should have a choice to take the bus regardless. Walking 1.7 miles is a long walk. Especially before school and after a long day at school nobody want to walk home .

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My daughter has been enrolled at this school for almost 5 years. We've always had the best experiences and the greatest teachers.

Posted: May 25, 2015

Posted: May 25, 2015

I would give this a Great rating but the receptionist is RUDE and I'm not talking about Terri cause she is nice.

Posted: September 9, 2013

This is the best school in the district. Small class sizes, enthusiastic teachers and a warm and involved staff. Both of my children go here, despite zoning to Onaga. Its a community oriented, supportive, enriching and caring environment. The teachers proctor successful learning and academics. The front desk staff knows your children, cares about your children and only further encourages their achievement. If you want your children ready for middle school and college bound, put them in this school! Weve seen the rest, THIS SCHOOL IS THE BEST!!!

Posted: September 4, 2013

This is our second year at YVES, and I'm very pleased. The teachers are great, they're engaging and obviously love their job. The staff is always very nice. Mrs Kelly has made a huge difference in this school since she started. My kids are happy and excited to go to school each day! I'm looking forward to many more great years at YVES. I would recommend this school to anyone moving to Yucca.

Posted: July 14, 2013

My name is Jolie Kelley and I am the principal at YVES. 2013-2014 will be my second year at this school. I believe that families are seeing positive change and an improved school culture. Our school continues to grow in student success and improved instruction. Last year, we added Study Island for all students, had three of the top 10 Spelling Bee finalists for the district, and began a before school choir program. Our enrichment programs are expanding for this year as we become a 4-h school. YVES is also joining the National Junior Honor Society. YVES is improving very day!

Posted: February 12, 2013

Really happy to see the positive changes and hard work everyone puts into this school. I think YVES is fast becoming THE best school in Yucca Valley. It is a warm and professional place. Thank you ALL for all you do for our children!

Posted: December 2, 2012

I do see a positive difference this year. I would like to thank Mrs. Hoover, one of the 6th grade teachers for her dedication and caring of her students. She has been very helpful and very involved with me and the education of my granddaughter.

Posted: October 15, 2012

This school steadily strives to improve academically and create a safe, fun atmosphere. Many changes have taken place for the better. All of the staff should be commended for working so hard together!

Posted: February 2, 2012

I am very disappointed with this school on almost all levels. In the year and a half that my child has been enrolled, he has actually lost abilities. The principal seems more worried about the remodeling than his students, and some teachers just seem to be there for a paycheck, nothing more than glorified babysitters. They have forced me to pull my child from classes and open enroll him in another school.

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Reviews provided by GreatSchools

# Name Type City State Overall Rating Distance
1 Shafter Avenue Neighborhood/Subdivision Yucca valley CA 1.6 mi
2 Murray Lane Neighborhood/Subdivision Yucca valley CA 2.6 mi
3 Turtle Rock Neighborhood/Subdivision Twentynine Palms CA 22.6 mi
# Name City State Overall Rating Distance
1 Smoke Tree Twentynine Palms CA 20.9 mi
Base Distance
29 Palms Marine Base 23.6 mi.
March Air Reserve Base 48.3 mi.
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