Serving 717 students in grades 1-5, Valentine Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valentine Hills Elementary School's student population of 717 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
717 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Valentine Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valentine Hills Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#524 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
15%
12%
Black
16%
12%
White
54%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valentine Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Valentine Hills Elementary School is ranked #524 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Valentine Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Valentine Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Turtle Lake Elementary School, Island Lake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Valentine Hills Elementary School?
717 students attend Valentine Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Valentine Hills Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valentine Hills Elementary School?
Valentine Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valentine Hills Elementary School offer ?
Valentine Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valentine Hills Elementary School part of?
Valentine Hills Elementary School is part of Mounds View Public School District.
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