Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Valley Elementary School's student population of 491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#271 out of 1347 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
17%
22%
Black
3%
33%
White
70%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Elementary School is ranked #271 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Urbana Elementary School, Carroll Manor Elementary School, Orchard Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Valley Elementary School?
491 students attend Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Valley Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Elementary School?
Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley Elementary School offer ?
Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Elementary School part of?
Valley Elementary School is part of Frederick County School District.
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