Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valhalla Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valhalla Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Valhalla Elementary School's student population of 506 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valhalla Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valhalla Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1480 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)43%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)49%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
9%
Hispanic
50%
25%
Black
10%
5%
White
16%
50%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valhalla Elementary School's ranking?
Valhalla Elementary School is ranked #1480 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Valhalla Elementary School?
506 students attend Valhalla Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Valhalla Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valhalla Elementary School?
Valhalla Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Valhalla Elementary School offer ?
Valhalla Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Valhalla Elementary School part of?
Valhalla Elementary School is part of Federal Way School District.
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