For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 785 students in Valley, NE.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Valley, NE are Douglas Co West Middle School and Douglas Co West Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Valley, NE public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Nebraska public elementary school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Valley have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Nebraska public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools in Valley, NE (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Douglas Co West Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 S Pine St
Valley, NE 68064
(402) 779-2646
Valley, NE 68064
(402) 779-2646
Grades: 6-8
| 245 students
Rank: #22.
Douglas Co West Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 S Center St
Valley, NE 68064
(402) 359-2151
Valley, NE 68064
(402) 359-2151
Grades: PK-5
| 540 students
Valley, Nebraska ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
402 S Pine Street
Valley, NE 68064
(402) 827-5339
Valley, NE 68064
(402) 827-5339
Grades: PK
| 11 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Valley, NE?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Valley, NE include Douglas Co West Middle School and Douglas Co West Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Valley?
2 public elementary schools are located in Valley.
What is the racial composition of students in Valley?
Valley public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Opinion: Handcuffing in ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Some districts are banning handcuffing, while others are cuffing kindergarteners simply throwing a temper tantrum. Read this editorial to see why this author believes slapping the cuffs on children’s wrists only leads to more behavior issues and violence in their adult lives.
Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Enrollment?
Whopping cough is making a comeback, especially amongst children, prompting health officials to encourage pertussis vaccines and boosters. However, should the pertussis vaccine be required for public school enrollment? Learn about current proposed laws and its ramifications.
What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
With schools nationwide adopting common core standards, we’ll take a look at what they are, their benefits, and how they will change the face of public education.