Serving 248 students in grades 6-12, Valley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 80-84% (which was higher than the Iowa state average of 77%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 70-74% (which was approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 72%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)80-84%
77%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)70-74%
72%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
100%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(12-13)≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Valley Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 77% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Valley High School is 90%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valley High School?
248 students attend Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Valley High School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley High School?
Valley High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley High School offer ?
Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Valley High School part of?
Valley High School is part of Valley Community School District.
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