Serving 151 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valley View Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley View Elementary serves the northern part of Los Angeles, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Most students live within a 1.2-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Valley View Elementary School's student population of 151 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
151 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1417 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
48%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
29%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Elementary School's ranking?
Valley View Elementary School is ranked #1417 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valley View Elementary School often compared to?
Valley View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Melrose Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?
151 students attend Valley View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Valley View Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View Elementary School?
Valley View Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley View Elementary School offer ?
Valley View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Valley View Elementary School part of?
Valley View Elementary School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Valley View Elementary School located?
Valley View Elementary School is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 62 other public schools located in Central LA.
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