Valley Pk-8 serves 530 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Pk-8's student population of 530 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Valley Pk-8 is 0.25, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
6%
4%
White
86%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Valley Pk-8?
530 students attend Valley Pk-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Valley Pk-8 students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Pk-8?
Valley Pk-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Pk-8 offer ?
Valley Pk-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Pk-8 part of?
Valley Pk-8 is part of Fayette County Schools School District.
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