Valley View High School is comprehensive public high school for students in grades 10 through 12 located in southwestern area of Jonesboro, Arkansas, United States.
Serving 675 students in grades 9-12, Valley View High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley View High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Jonesboro, AR, encompassing approximately 106.5 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 5.9 miles and the furthest edge extending to 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Valley View High School's student population of 675 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
675 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley View High School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View High School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#258 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Blazer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View High School's ranking?
Valley View High School is ranked #258 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Valley View High School often compared to?
Valley View High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nettleton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley View High School?
The graduation rate of Valley View High School is 97%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Valley View High School?
675 students attend Valley View High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Valley View High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View High School?
Valley View High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley View High School offer ?
Valley View High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley View High School part of?
Valley View High School is part of Valley View School District.
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