Valley High School is a high school in the Valley Station area of Louisville, Kentucky. Valley became a "traditional" school in 1999 in an attempt to boost enrollment after it had fallen to 63% of capacity. Currently the enrollment is about 1,000.
Serving 886 students in grades 9-12, Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Valley High School's student population of 886 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Colors
White, Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1040 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
10%
Black
32%
11%
White
47%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley High School's ranking?
Valley High School is ranked #1040 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Valley High School often compared to?
Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasure Ridge Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Valley High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Valley High School?
886 students attend Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Valley High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley High School?
Valley High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Valley High School offer ?
Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley High School part of?
Valley High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Reviews
5 12/1/2023
This school is trending in a very positive direction. Very little behavior issues and atmosphere is getting much better.
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