Serving 168 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Valley School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley School's student population of 168 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Valley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2026 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
88%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley School's ranking?
Valley School is ranked #2026 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Valley School?
168 students attend Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Valley School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley School?
Valley School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Valley School offer ?
Valley School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley School part of?
Valley School is part of Valley School District.
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