Serving 882 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 882 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Valley Oaks Elementary School's student population of 882 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
882 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Valley Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Oaks Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#158 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
23%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
59%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Oaks Elementary School is ranked #158 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Valley Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Valley Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buffalo Creek Elementary School, Spring Branch Academic Institute, Memorial Drive Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Valley Oaks Elementary School?
882 students attend Valley Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Valley Oaks Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Oaks Elementary School?
Valley Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Valley Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Valley Oaks Elementary School part of?
Valley Oaks Elementary School is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Valley Oaks Elementary School located?
Valley Oaks Elementary School is located in the Northwest Houston neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 16 other public schools located in Northwest Houston.
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