Serving 817 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valleyview Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 817 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valleyview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Valleyview Elementary School's student population of 817 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
817 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Calendar
School Mascot
Voyagers
School Rankings
Valleyview Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valleyview Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#404 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
14%
21%
White
55%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Voyagers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valleyview Elementary School's ranking?
Valleyview Elementary School is ranked #404 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Valleyview Elementary School often compared to?
Valleyview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highlands Grove Elementary School, South Mckeel Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Valleyview Elementary School?
817 students attend Valleyview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Valleyview Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valleyview Elementary School?
Valleyview Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valleyview Elementary School offer ?
Valleyview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valleyview Elementary School part of?
Valleyview Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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