Valley View Early Childhood Center serves 252 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student:teacher ratio of 36:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 36:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View Early Childhood Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Valley View Early Childhood Center's student population of 252 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Valley View Early Childhood Center is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
36:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
9%
Hispanic
25%
26%
Black
42%
5%
White
9%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Valley View Early Childhood Center?
252 students attend Valley View Early Childhood Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Valley View Early Childhood Center students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley View Early Childhood Center?
Valley View Early Childhood Center has a student ration of 36:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Valley View Early Childhood Center offer ?
Valley View Early Childhood Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten
What school district is Valley View Early Childhood Center part of?
Valley View Early Childhood Center is part of Highline School District.
School Reviews
Review Valley View Early Childhood Center. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
