Valley Crossing Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Crossing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
614 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Valley Crossing Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#18 out of 1734 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
(20-21)n/a
2%
Asian
(20-21)18%
7%
Hispanic
(20-21)4%
10%
Black
(20-21)6%
11%
White
(20-21)65%
64%
Hawaiian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(20-21)7%
6%
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
5%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Crossing Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Crossing Elementary School is ranked #18 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Valley Crossing Elementary School often compared to?
Valley Crossing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Ridge Elementary School, Royal Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Valley Crossing Elementary School?
614 students attend Valley Crossing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Valley Crossing Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Valley Crossing Elementary School offer ?
Valley Crossing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Valley Crossing Elementary School part of?
Valley Crossing Elementary School is part of South Washington County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Valley Crossing Elementary School located?
Valley Crossing Elementary School is located in the Saint Anthony Park neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 8 other public schools located in Saint Anthony Park.
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