Serving 433 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Valley View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Valley View Elementary School's student population of 433 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary School is 0.33, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)30-34%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
2%
Black
4%
4%
White
81%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Valley View Elementary School often compared to?
Valley View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tuscarora Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% WV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% WV state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?
433 students attend Valley View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Valley View Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View Elementary School?
Valley View Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley View Elementary School offer ?
Valley View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley View Elementary School part of?
Valley View Elementary School is part of Berkeley County Schools School District.
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