Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Valley View Elementary School's student population of 583 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
All Belong, All Succeed
School Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1645 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
63%
12%
Black
16%
12%
White
13%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Elementary School's ranking?
Valley View Elementary School is ranked #1645 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?
583 students attend Valley View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Valley View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley View Elementary School?
Valley View Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley View Elementary School offer ?
Valley View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley View Elementary School part of?
Valley View Elementary School is part of Columbia Heights Public School District.
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