Serving 434 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley View Elementary School serves the southwest part of Battle Creek, MI, covering an area of approximately 15.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley View Elementary School's student population of 434 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
100% success for every Bearcat
School Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2471 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
26%
18%
White
38%
63%
Two or more races
22%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Elementary School's ranking?
Valley View Elementary School is ranked #2471 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Valley View Elementary School often compared to?
Valley View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lamora Park School, Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?
434 students attend Valley View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Valley View Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 22% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View Elementary School?
Valley View Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Valley View Elementary School offer ?
Valley View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley View Elementary School part of?
Valley View Elementary School is part of Battle Creek School District.
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