Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley View Elementary serves a central area in Minneapolis, MN, covering approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 0.7 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 1.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley View Elementary School's student population of 568 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Average Class Size
24 students
School Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1645 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
66%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
13%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
14%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/26/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Elementary School's ranking?
Valley View Elementary School is ranked #1645 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?
568 students attend Valley View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Valley View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View Elementary School?
Valley View Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
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 Columbia Heights Public School District.
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