Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Valley View South Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas 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 Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley View South Elementary serves the southwest part of Pharr, TX, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families are within a 5 to 10-minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone and the furthest point being 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Valley View South Elementary School's student population of 353 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Valley View South Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View South Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#792 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View South Elementary School's ranking?
Valley View South Elementary School is ranked #792 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Valley View South Elementary School?
353 students attend Valley View South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Valley View South Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View South Elementary School?
Valley View South Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley View South Elementary School offer ?
Valley View South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Valley View South Elementary School part of?
Valley View South Elementary School is part of Valley View Independent School District.
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