Serving 87 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Valentine Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 87 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Valentine Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Peach Springs, AZ, encompassing approximately 131 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valentine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Valentine Elementary School's student population of 87 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
87 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Where Eagles Soar
School Rankings
Valentine Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valentine Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1571 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
72%
5%
Hispanic
20%
49%
White
5%
33%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valentine Elementary School's ranking?
Valentine Elementary School is ranked #1571 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Valentine Elementary School?
87 students attend Valentine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Valentine Elementary School students are American Indian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valentine Elementary School?
Valentine Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valentine Elementary School offer ?
Valentine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valentine Elementary School part of?
Valentine Elementary School is part of Valentine Elementary District (4380).
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