Serving 2,048 students in grades 10-12, Valley High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 2,048 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Valley High School's student population of 2,048 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,048 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley High School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#301 out of 1221 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
17%
12%
Black
10%
7%
White
62%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley High School's ranking?
Valley High School is ranked #301 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Valley High School often compared to?
Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt High School, Urbandale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Valley High School is 97%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valley High School?
2,048 students attend Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Valley High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% 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 18:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley High School offer ?
Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley High School part of?
Valley High School is part of West Des Moines Comm School District.
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