Serving 25 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 was lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 20% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Top Rankings
Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#296 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
12%
11%
White
80%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Elementary School is ranked #296 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Valley Elementary School?
25 students attend Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Valley Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Elementary School?
Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Valley Elementary School offer ?
Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley Elementary School part of?
Valley Elementary School is part of Daviess County School District.
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