Serving 850 students in grades 9-12, Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley High School serves the southwest part of Louisville, KY, encompassing an area of approximately 24.3 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley High School's student population of 850 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
850 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1931
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe and Do it the Viking Way!
School Rankings
Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley High School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1131 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
91.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley High School's ranking?
Valley High School is ranked #1131 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Valley High School often compared to?
Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasure Ridge Park High School, Western High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Valley High School is 88%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 91.4%.
How many students attend Valley High School?
850 students attend Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Valley High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley High School?
Valley High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Valley High School offer ?
Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley High School part of?
Valley High School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is trending in a very positive direction. Very little behavior issues and atmosphere is getting much better.
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