Serving 581 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Valley Mills Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Mills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Valley Mills Elementary School's student population of 581 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Valley Mills Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Mills Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1412 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
27%
13%
White
50%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Mills Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Mills Elementary School is ranked #1412 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Valley Mills Elementary School often compared to?
Valley Mills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stephen Decatur Elementary School, Gold Academy, North Madison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Valley Mills Elementary School?
581 students attend Valley Mills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Valley Mills Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Mills Elementary School?
Valley Mills Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Valley Mills Elementary School offer ?
Valley Mills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Mills Elementary School part of?
Valley Mills Elementary School is part of MSD Decatur Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Valley Mills Elementary School located?
Valley Mills Elementary School is located in the Decatur neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 8 other public schools located in Decatur.
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