Valley Hi Elementary School

8503 Ray Ellison Dr
San Antonio, TX 78227
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley Hi Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 295 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Top 50% in TX
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Overview

Valley Hi Elementary School's student population of 295 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Motto
We educate with LOVE above all else

School Rankings

Valley Hi Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Hi Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (TX)
#3708 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
45-49%
44%
45-49%
51%
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
87%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
6%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
(22-23)
34.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Woodchucks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Valley Hi Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Hi Elementary School is ranked #3708 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Valley Hi Elementary School?
295 students attend Valley Hi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Valley Hi Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Hi Elementary School?
Valley Hi Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley Hi Elementary School offer ?
Valley Hi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Valley Hi Elementary School part of?
Valley Hi Elementary School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Valley Hi Elementary School located?
Valley Hi Elementary School is located in the South San Antonio neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 19 other public schools located in South San Antonio.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 295 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 94%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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