Valleyview Elementary School

40 Valleyview St
Oneonta, NY 13820
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 253 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valleyview Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 253 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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School Overview

Valleyview Elementary School's student population of 253 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Mascot
Yellowjackets

School Rankings

Valleyview Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valleyview Elementary School is 0.37, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#2277 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
50-54%
52%
40-44%
49%
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
79%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.37
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
3%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Yellowjackets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Valleyview Elementary School's ranking?
Valleyview Elementary School is ranked #2277 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Valleyview Elementary School often compared to?
Valleyview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greater Plains Elementary School, Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Valleyview Elementary School?
253 students attend Valleyview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Valleyview Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valleyview Elementary School?
Valleyview Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Valleyview Elementary School offer ?
Valleyview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valleyview Elementary School part of?
Valleyview Elementary School is part of Oneonta City School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 253 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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