Serving 605 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valley View Elementary - 13 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 34% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley View Elementary serves the southeast part of Rapid City, SD, covering an area of approximately 168.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 20 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley View Elementary - 13's student population of 605 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiration, Innovation, Excellence
School Rankings
Valley View Elementary - 13 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary - 13 is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#492 out of 619 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
11%
14%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
1%
3%
White
64%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
22.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Elementary - 13's ranking?
Valley View Elementary - 13 is ranked #492 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Dakota.
What schools are Valley View Elementary - 13 often compared to?
Valley View Elementary - 13is often viewed alongside schools like Rapid Valley Elementary - 12, Corral Drive Elementary - 21 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary - 13?
605 students attend Valley View Elementary - 13.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Valley View Elementary - 13 students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View Elementary - 13?
Valley View Elementary - 13 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Valley View Elementary - 13 offer ?
Valley View Elementary - 13 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley View Elementary - 13 part of?
Valley View Elementary - 13 is part of Rapid City Area School District 51-4.
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