Sonoma Valley Unified School District

Located in beautiful and historical Sonoma Valley, also referred to as the "Valley of the Moon", the Sonoma Valley Unified School District serves the town of Sonoma along with several unicorparted communities such as Boyes Hot Springs, El Verano and Glen Ellen. Rooted in a rich history and close knit community, SVUSD takes pride in providing quality education and preparing its diverse student body for the future.

The Sonoma Valley Unified School District serves the educational needs of the Sonoma Valley from Transitional Kindergarter through 12th grade. Noted for it cultural diversity, SVUSD focuses on preparing students with a broad set of skills for college, career and life. SUVSD actively works with its community partners, parents, staff and students to acheive its educational goals.

Located in beautiful and historical Sonoma Valley, also referred to as the "Valley of the Moon", the Sonoma Valley Unified School District serves the town of Sonoma along with several unicorparted communities such as Boyes Hot Springs, El Verano and Glen Ellen. Rooted in a rich history and close knit community, SVUSD takes pride in providing quality education and preparing its diverse student body for the future.

The Sonoma Valley Unified School District serves the educational needs of the Sonoma Valley from Transitional Kindergarter through 12th grade. Noted for it cultural diversity, SVUSD focuses on preparing students with a broad set of skills for college, career and life. SUVSD actively works with its community partners, parents, staff and students to acheive its educational goals.

At a Glance

Serving the communities of the Sonoma Valley

4

Elementary schools

3,078

Currently enrolled students

1

Middle School

92.8%

Graduation rate

1

High School

56.9%

Socioeconomically disadvantaged

1

Continuation High School

28.5%

English learners

SVUSD Vision Statement

SVUSD graduates are creative and critical thinkers, with a strong foundation in life skills and academic knowledge, who believe in their capacity to learn and thrive. They are “Rooted in Sonoma, Ready for the World”

Our Core Values

Our core values are the foundation of everything we do, guiding our commitment to our students, staff, and community. Read more about our values and how they shape our work.

- We believe that being a student-centered system means prioritizing student voice; centering students’ needs in our decision-making; empowering students to share their ideas, perspectives and aspirations; and fostering a sense of ownership in their learning.
We believe in holding high expectations and providing high support for all students and adults, which requires us to disrupt barriers and ensure equitable access to educational opportunities and resources so that all students and adults can reach their highest potential.
We believe in building strong relationships and fostering an environment of respect, trust, transparency, and empathy for all, because it empowers individuals to thrive. ”.
We believe in and honor the unique strengths and assets that all students, staff, and families bring to SVUSD. We recognize that the path to success is varied, and we value and see each member of our community in their hardest moments, knowing that mistakes and challenges are a part of learning.
We believe that in order to have a healthy and thriving school district we must have an abundance of positive and supportive collaboration with all members of the community.
We believe that creativity is essential in empowering our students, adults, and school community to explore new ideas, take risks, solve problems, and bring unique perspectives to the forefront.
We believe that climate change is real and solutions start with us. We believe that global environmental awareness should be non-judgemental and that sustainable environmental practices should be part of district operations.

We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where all students can thrive.

District Information & Data Resources

Stay informed about our district! Access current information on our performance, initiatives, and student feedback below. We will continue to add relevant resources here.

California School Dashboard: SVUSD
Explore the performance of Sonoma Valley Unified under California's Accountability System.
Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)
View our current Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP). The LCAP is a California funding plan that helps schools set goals, allocate resources, and improve student outcomes.
Youth Truth Survey
The Youth Truth Survey is a key tool used to gather insights on school climate, engagement, relationships, and academic rigor.

SVUSD Budget Workshop

View the presentation from Sonoma Valley Unified School District’s annual budget workshop held on April 1, 2025 where they reviewed the upcoming fiscal year's financial plan and discussed key priorities for supporting student success.