Serving 184 students in grades Prekindergarten-7, Valley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district of Hot Springs, VA, encompassing approximately 534.6 square miles. The zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.6 miles from the school to its edge and a maximum distance of 26 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Elementary School's student population of 184 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
184 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#957 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)55-59%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
15%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Elementary School is ranked #957 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millboro Elementary School, Carrsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Valley Elementary School?
184 students attend Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Valley Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Elementary School?
Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley Elementary School offer ?
Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley Elementary School part of?
Valley Elementary School is part of Bath County School District.
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