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Very Good

#212 of 719 schools in ID

Top 29% in state

Valley View Elementary School

Elementary School · BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

3555 NORTH MILWAUKEE STREET, Boise, ID 83704

Enrollment

354

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#212 of 719

In Boise

#34 of 73

public schools

In district

#20 of 48

BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Valley View Elementary School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Boise · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Valley View Elementary School

Valley View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Boise, ID, part of BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT. Valley View Elementary School serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #212 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Valley View Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • ID avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,892
Chronic Absenteeism28.2%

Valley View Elementary School — Students at Valley View Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
80%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
50%
ELA
57%

* 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 View Elementary School Compares

See how Valley View Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
71th percentile in ID
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3555 NORTH MILWAUKEE STREET, Boise, ID 83704

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Valley View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ANSER CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Garden City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, McMillan Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Boise, see our Boise schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
CAPITAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 0.5 mi 6.6
COLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise 0.5 mi 5.5
CLOVERDALE MONTESSORI Boise 0.5 mi
IDAHO CONNECTS ONLINE SCHOOL Nampa 0.8 mi 6.5
NORTHVIEW MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Boise 0.8 mi
MORLEY NELSON ELEMENTARY Boise 0.8 mi 6.5
ST MARKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 0.9 mi 7.0
MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 0.7 mi 7.8
FAIRMONT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Boise 1.0 mi 4.8
SUMMERWIND STEM ACADEMY Boise 1.1 mi 8.6
VINEYARD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Boise 1.2 mi 7.6
EMPOWER CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Boise 1.9 mi 5.2
CARDINAL ACADEMY Boise 2.0 mi
HORIZON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.0 mi 4.5
PIERCE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 2.2 mi 6.9
KOELSCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boise 1.8 mi 4.1
McMillan Elementary Boise 1.8 mi 8.1
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise 2.4 mi 6.9
INSPIRE VIRTUAL CHARTER SCHOOL Boise 2.3 mi 4.6
ANSER CHARTER SCHOOL Garden City 1.8 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,806

Median Home Value

$354,400

Median Rent

$1,363/mo

Population

41,406

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

63.9%

Avg Commute

19.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

38.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
DORAL ACADEMY OF IDAHO Meridian, ID 7.4
KOOTENAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kootenai, ID 7.4
RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blackfoot, ID 7.4
THERESA BUNKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Idaho Falls, ID 7.4
ATLAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hayden Lake, ID 7.5
CHUBBUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chubbuck, ID 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Valley View Elementary School

What grades does Valley View Elementary School serve?

Valley View Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?

Valley View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Valley View Elementary School rank in ID?

Valley View Elementary School ranks #212 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Valley View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Valley View Elementary 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 View Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley View Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Valley View Elementary School a charter school?

No, Valley View Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Valley View Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Valley View Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley View Elementary School?

37.0% of students at Valley View Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Ada County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.2%

District

BOISE INDEPENDENT DISTRICT
District Enrollment
22,425
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,892
District Rank
#20 of 48

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