Serving 25 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley Elementary School's student population of 25 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#298 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
12%
11%
White
80%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Elementary School is ranked #298 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Valley Elementary School?
25 students attend Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Valley Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Elementary School?
Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Valley Elementary School offer ?
Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Elementary School part of?
Valley Elementary School is part of Daviess County School District.
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