Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valley View Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is equal to the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley View Elementary School's student population of 421 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#659 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
74%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA 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 #659 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Valley View Elementary School often compared to?
Valley View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Mt. Stuart Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?
421 students attend Valley View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Valley View Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley View Elementary School?
Valley View Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Valley View Elementary School offer ?
Valley View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley View Elementary School part of?
Valley View Elementary School is part of Ellensburg School District.
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