Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 85-89% (which was higher than the Iowa state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 85-89% (which was higher than the Iowa state average of 74%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (17-18)
206 students
Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
14 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)85-89%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)85-89%
74%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(17-18)n/a
n/a
Asian
(17-18)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(17-18)5%
11%
Black
(17-18)n/a
6%
White
(17-18)95%
77%
Hawaiian
(17-18)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(17-18)n/a
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (17-18)
36%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Valley Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% IA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% IA state average).
How many students attend Valley Elementary School?
206 students attend Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Valley Elementary School students are White, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What school district is Valley Elementary School part of?
Valley Elementary School is part of Valley Community School District.
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