Serving 336 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valley View Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley View Elementary School serves the northwest part of Rockford, MI, covering an area of approximately 13.7 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with distances varying from an average of 2.7 miles to a maximum of 6.1 miles from the school to the zone's furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Valley View Elementary School's student population of 336 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
336 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#64 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
89%
63%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rams
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Elementary School's ranking?
Valley View Elementary School is ranked #64 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Valley View Elementary School often compared to?
Valley View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?
336 students attend Valley View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Valley View Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View Elementary School?
Valley View Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Valley View Elementary School offer ?
Valley View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley View Elementary School part of?
Valley View Elementary School is part of Rockford School District.
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