Serving 187 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Valley School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley School's student population of 187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1749 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)40-44%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
82%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley School's ranking?
Valley School is ranked #1749 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Valley School?
187 students attend Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Valley School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley School?
Valley School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Valley School offer ?
Valley School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Valley School part of?
Valley School is part of Valley School District.
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