Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley View Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Valley View Elementary School's student population of 352 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#548 out of 1347 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
41%
23%
Black
52%
33%
White
2%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Elementary School's ranking?
Valley View Elementary School is ranked #548 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?
352 students attend Valley View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Valley View Elementary School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley View Elementary School?
Valley View Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley View Elementary School offer ?
Valley View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley View Elementary School part of?
Valley View Elementary School is part of Prince George's County School District.
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