Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Valentine Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Valentine Elementary School serves the northeast part of Valentine, NE, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Families typically drive 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valentine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Valentine Elementary School's student population of 285 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Badgers
School Rankings
Valentine Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valentine Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#166 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valentine Elementary School's ranking?
Valentine Elementary School is ranked #166 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Valentine Elementary School?
285 students attend Valentine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Valentine Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valentine Elementary School?
Valentine Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Valentine Elementary School offer ?
Valentine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valentine Elementary School part of?
Valentine Elementary School is part of Valentine Community Schools.
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