Serving 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Valley West Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Valley West Elementary School's student population of 653 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley West Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley West Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5346 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
59%
53%
Black
34%
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley West Elementary School's ranking?
Valley West Elementary School is ranked #5346 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Valley West Elementary School often compared to?
Valley West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milne Elementary School, Gross Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Valley West Elementary School?
653 students attend Valley West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Valley West Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley West Elementary School?
Valley West Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley West Elementary School offer ?
Valley West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Valley West Elementary School part of?
Valley West Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Valley West Elementary School located?
Valley West Elementary School is located in the Sharpstown neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Sharpstown.
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