Very Good
#318 of 990 schools in CT
Top 32% in state
Based on limited data
Valley View School
Elementary School · Portland School District
81 High St., Portland, CT 06480
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CT statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#318 of 990
In Portland
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Portland School District
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Valley View School
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About Valley View School
Valley View School is a public elementary school in Portland, CT, part of Portland School District. Valley View School serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 990 schools in CT.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Valley View School Compares
See how Valley View School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
81 High St., Portland, CT 06480
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley View School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nayaug Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby South Glastonbury), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Gildersleeve School (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MacDonough School (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Middletown), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Portland High School Portland | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Portland Middle School Portland | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Brownstone Intermediate School Portland | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Gildersleeve School Portland | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| MacDonough School Middletown | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Middletown | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Bielefield School Middletown | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Farm Hill School Middletown | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Beman Middle School Middletown | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL Middletown | 3.1 mi | 4.2 |
| ADELBROOK Cromwell | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Cromwell High School Cromwell | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Edna C. Stevens School Cromwell | 3.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Middletown High School Middletown | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Spencer School Middletown | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Woodside Intermediate School Cromwell | 3.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Lawrence School Middletown | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Cromwell Middle School Cromwell | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Snow School Middletown | 3.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Nayaug Elementary School South Glastonbury | 4.2 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06480 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,955
Median Home Value
$305,800
Median Rent
$1,115/mo
Population
9,421
College Educated
49.9%
Homeownership
82.3%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dr. John A. Langford School East Hartford, CT | 7.4 |
| RENBROOK SCHOOL West Hartford, CT | 7.4 |
| Morley School West Hartford, CT | 7.5 |
| Skinner Road School Vernon, CT | 7.5 |
| Bethlehem Elementary School Bethlehem, CT | 7.3 |
| John B. Sliney School Branford, CT | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley View School
What grades does Valley View School serve?
Valley View School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Valley View School?
Valley View School has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley View School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valley View School rank in CT?
Valley View School ranks #318 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Valley View School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley View 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.
Is Valley View School a charter school?
No, Valley View School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley View School a Title I school?
No, Valley View School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley View School?
25.0% of students at Valley View 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
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 228
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 3
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.2%
- Phone
- (860) 342-3131
Resources & Links
District
Portland School District- District Enrollment
- 1,243
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,929
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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