Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valley View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley View Elementary serves the northeast part of Toppenish, WA, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley View Elementary School's student population of 484 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1944
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1996 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
89%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Elementary School's ranking?
Valley View Elementary School is ranked #1996 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?
484 students attend Valley View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Valley View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View Elementary School?
Valley View Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valley View Elementary School offer ?
Valley View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley View Elementary School part of?
Valley View Elementary School is part of Toppenish School District.
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