Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Valerie Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valerie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Valerie Elementary School's student population of 542 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valerie Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valerie Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2961 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
84%
17%
White
8%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valerie Elementary School's ranking?
Valerie Elementary School is ranked #2961 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Valerie Elementary School often compared to?
Valerie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Haven Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Valerie Elementary School?
542 students attend Valerie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Valerie Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valerie Elementary School?
Valerie Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valerie Elementary School offer ?
Valerie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Valerie Elementary School part of?
Valerie Elementary School is part of Dayton City School District.
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