Valley View High School is comprehensive public high school for students in grades 10 through 12 located in southwestern area of Jonesboro, Arkansas, United States.
Serving 673 students in grades 10-12, Valley View High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Valley View High School's student population of 673 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Valley View High School ranks within the top 30% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#274 out of 997 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
4%
19%
White
84%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blazer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View High School's ranking?
Valley View High School is ranked #274 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Valley View High School often compared to?
Valley View High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nettleton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley View High School?
The graduation rate of Valley View High School is 96%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Valley View High School?
673 students attend Valley View High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Valley View High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley View High School?
Valley View High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley View High School offer ?
Valley View High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley View High School part of?
Valley View High School is part of Valley View School District.
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