Very Good
#291 of 1,036 schools in AR
Top 28% in state
Valley Springs Elem. School
Elementary School · VALLEY SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT
P O BOX 640, Valley Springs, AR 72682
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arkansas schools
#291 of 1,036
In Valley Springs
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
VALLEY SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Valley Springs Elem. School
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About Valley Springs Elem. School
Valley Springs Elem. School is a public elementary school in Valley Springs, AR, part of VALLEY SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT. Valley Springs Elem.
School serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Springs Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #291 of 1,036 schools in AR.
Structured state assessment records for Valley Springs Elem. School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- AR avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Valley Springs Elem. School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Valley Springs Elem. School — Students at Valley Springs Elem. School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AR ATLAS (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from AR state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.
How Valley Springs Elem. School Compares
See how Valley Springs Elem. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
P O BOX 640, Valley Springs, AR 72682
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Springs Elem. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. YELLVILLE-SUMMIT ELEM. SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 17.8 miles away, in nearby Yellville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HARRISON KINDERGARTEN (rated 7.4/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Harrison), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JASPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Jasper), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Valley Springs, see our Valley Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Valley Springs | 0.0 mi | 8.9 |
| VALLEY SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Valley Springs | 0.0 mi | 8.3 |
| HARRISON KINDERGARTEN Harrison | 8.1 mi | 7.4 |
| FOREST HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrison | 8.3 mi | 6.9 |
| SKYLINE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrison | 9.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ACU ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S UNIVERSITY Harrison | 9.6 mi | — |
| BERGMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Bergman | 10.8 mi | 8.2 |
| BERGMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bergman | 10.9 mi | 7.3 |
| BERGMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bergman | 10.9 mi | 6.4 |
| HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Harrison | 9.6 mi | 7.3 |
| HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL Harrison | 9.7 mi | 8.6 |
| HARRISON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Harrison | 12.0 mi | — |
| MT. JUDEA K-12 SCHOOL Mt. Judea | 16.8 mi | 9.1 |
| JASPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jasper | 15.3 mi | 7.4 |
| JASPER HIGH SCHOOL Jasper | 15.3 mi | 8.4 |
| LEAD HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lead Hill | 17.9 mi | 7.3 |
| LEAD HILL HIGH SCHOOL Lead Hill | 17.9 mi | 6.9 |
| YELLVILLE-SUMMIT ELEM. SCHOOL Yellville | 17.8 mi | 7.8 |
| YELLVILLE-SUMMIT HIGH SCHOOL Yellville | 17.9 mi | 5.6 |
| YELLVILLE-SUMMIT MIDDLE SCHOOL Yellville | 17.9 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 72682 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,750
Median Home Value
$93,400
Population
276
College Educated
5%
Homeownership
84.4%
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
52.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BALLMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Smith, AR | 7.4 |
| HARRISON KINDERGARTEN Harrison, AR | 7.4 |
| JASPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jasper, AR | 7.4 |
| JULIA LEE MOORE ELEM. SCHOOL Conway, AR | 7.4 |
| ANNE WATSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bigelow, AR | 7.5 |
| RENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Van Buren, AR | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Springs Elem. School
What grades does Valley Springs Elem. School serve?
Valley Springs Elem. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Valley Springs Elem. School?
Valley Springs Elem. School has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Springs Elem. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Springs Elem. School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valley Springs Elem. School rank in AR?
Valley Springs Elem. School ranks #291 of 1,036 schools in AR.
What is Valley Springs Elem. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Springs Elem. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Valley Springs Elem. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley Springs Elem. School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Valley Springs Elem. School a charter school?
No, Valley Springs Elem. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley Springs Elem. School a Title I school?
No, Valley Springs Elem. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley Springs Elem. School?
59.7% of students at Valley Springs Elem. School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 305
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Boone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.8%
- Phone
- (870) 429-8100
Resources & Links
District
VALLEY SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 815
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,271
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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