Serving 360 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley View School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley View School serves the southern part of Montville, NJ, encompassing an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Valley View School's student population of 360 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate. Inspire. Empower.
School Rankings
Valley View School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#160 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
28%
11%
Hispanic
12%
35%
Black
1%
14%
White
53%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.1%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View School's ranking?
Valley View School is ranked #160 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Valley View School often compared to?
Valley View Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Mason School, Cedar Hill School, Woodmont School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Valley View School?
360 students attend Valley View School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Valley View School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View School?
Valley View School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Valley View School offer ?
Valley View School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley View School part of?
Valley View School is part of Montville Township School District.
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