Serving 493 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Valley School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Hazelton, ID, covering approximately 220.8 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley School's student population of 493 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
493 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#423 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
50%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
50%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81.1%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley School's ranking?
Valley School is ranked #423 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Valley School often compared to?
Valley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul Elementary School, Heyburn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley School?
The graduation rate of Valley School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 81.1%.
How many students attend Valley School?
493 students attend Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Valley School students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley School?
Valley School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valley School offer ?
Valley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley School part of?
Valley School is part of Valley School District.
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