Castro Valley Elementary

Castro Valley Elementary School is located at 20185 San Miguel Avenue in the downtown area. The school serves grades K–5 with a total enrollment of 510 students. The student–teacher ratio is 24:1. Math proficiency is 58% and reading proficiency is 60%. The gender mix is 49% female and 51% male. The campus has an academic atmosphere that puts student progress and core competency first. In a structured setting, teachers work to help students build basic skills. Staff members keep an eye on how students are doing by giving them regular tests. The way the building is laid out makes it easy for young learners to get around. The facilities are kept clean and tidy for daily lessons. Quiet reading and focused study are possible in dedicated work zones. Teachers use pictures and other visual aids to make the daily core curriculum better. The people in charge make sure that all the kids get there safely and on time. In this area, houses cost between $920,000 and $1,450,000. Parents like how clearly the school talks about what students should be doing and what is expected of them in class. Families say that the teachers always try to keep everyone up to date. This school is one of the best elementary schools in California.

Castro Valley Elementary School is proud to announce Charlotte Soto as the Certificated Employee of the Year and Natasha Korn as the Classified Employee of the Year for 2025–2026. The school recently finalized a two-year labor agreement between the district and the teachers' association to ensure long-term stability for its educators. Families are currently preparing for the upcoming Spring Break and Cesar Chavez holiday, which will take place from March 30 to April 3, 2026.

Q1. Does Castro Valley Elementary School offer an on-site before and after school childcare program?

Ans. The campus hosts the Adventure Time program which provides supervised activities and academic support for enrolled students.

Q2. What is the process for reporting a student absence at Castro Valley Elementary School?

Ans. Parents must call the twenty-four hour attendance line or email the office staff before nine o'clock daily.

Q3. How does Castro Valley Elementary School manage student safety during the morning drop-off period?

Ans. Staff members and parent volunteers monitor the valet loop to ensure students exit vehicles safely on the curbside.

Q4. Are there any specialized music or performing arts programs at Castro Valley Elementary School?

Ans. Fourth and fifth grade students participate in weekly instrumental music or choir sessions led by district music specialists.

Q5. How can parents participate in the Castro Valley Elementary School Site Council meetings?

Ans. Interested parents are elected annually to collaborate with the principal on the school’s academic and safety plans.