Serving 276 students in grades 5-8, Valley View School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley View School's student population of 276 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Valley View School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#312 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
10%
Hispanic
16%
34%
Black
9%
15%
White
47%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View School's ranking?
Valley View School is ranked #312 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Valley View School?
276 students attend Valley View School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Valley View School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley View School?
Valley View School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Valley View School offer ?
Valley View School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley View School part of?
Valley View School is part of Watchung Borough School District.
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