Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Valley View School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley View School serves the west part of Great Falls, MT, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley View School's student population of 312 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley View School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View School is 0.45, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#576 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.4%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View School's ranking?
Valley View School is ranked #576 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Valley View School often compared to?
Valley View Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Elementary School, Riverview School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Valley View School?
312 students attend Valley View School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Valley View School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View School?
Valley View School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Valley View School offer ?
Valley View School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley View School part of?
Valley View School is part of Great Falls Elementary School District.
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