Serving 813 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Valley Oaks Elementary School's student population of 813 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Oaks Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#306 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
61%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Oaks Elementary School is ranked #306 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Valley Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Valley Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buffalo Creek Elementary School, Spring Branch Academic Institute by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Valley Oaks Elementary School?
813 students attend Valley Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Valley Oaks Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Oaks Elementary School?
Valley Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Valley Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Valley Oaks Elementary School part of?
Valley Oaks Elementary School is part of Spring Branch ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Valley Oaks Elementary School located?
Valley Oaks Elementary School is located in the Northwest Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Northwest Houston.
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