Serving 584 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valley View Elementary - 13 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View Elementary - 13 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Valley View Elementary - 13's student population of 584 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Inspiration, Innovation, Excellence
School Rankings
Valley View Elementary - 13 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary - 13 is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#492 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
9%
14%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
1%
3%
White
63%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Elementary - 13's ranking?
Valley View Elementary - 13 is ranked #492 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Valley View Elementary - 13 often compared to?
Valley View Elementary - 13is often viewed alongside schools like Rapid Valley Elementary - 12, Corral Drive Elementary - 21 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary - 13?
584 students attend Valley View Elementary - 13.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Valley View Elementary - 13 students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View Elementary - 13?
Valley View Elementary - 13 has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Valley View Elementary - 13 offer ?
Valley View Elementary - 13 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley View Elementary - 13 part of?
Valley View Elementary - 13 is part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4.
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