Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Valley View Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 217 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 217 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
12%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
76%
62%
Black
1%
2%
White
20%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Elementary School's ranking?
Valley View Elementary School is ranked #132 out of 217 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Valley View Elementary School often compared to?
Valley View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dexter Elementary School, Berrendo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% NM state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% NM state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?
486 students attend Valley View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Valley View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
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 New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley View Elementary School offer ?
Valley View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Valley View Elementary School part of?
Valley View Elementary School is part of Roswell Independent Schools School District.
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