Serving 514 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Valley View Elementary School's student population of 514 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1749 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
48%
11%
Black
20%
12%
White
18%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Elementary School's ranking?
Valley View Elementary School is ranked #1749 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?
514 students attend Valley View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Valley View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley View Elementary School?
Valley View Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley View Elementary School offer ?
Valley View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Valley View Elementary School part of?
Valley View Elementary School is part of Bloomington Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Valley View Elementary School located?
Valley View Elementary School is located in the East Bloomington neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in East Bloomington.
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