Serving 398 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley View Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley View Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bonners Ferry school district, covering approximately 1,278.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 21.7 miles and the furthest edge located 38.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley View Elementary School's student population of 398 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#335 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue & Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Elementary School's ranking?
Valley View Elementary School is ranked #335 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Valley View Elementary School often compared to?
Valley View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Naples Elementary School, Mount Hall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?
398 students attend Valley View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Valley View Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View Elementary School?
Valley View Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
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 Boundary County School District.
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