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Very Good

#237 of 719 schools in ID

Top 33% in state

Valley View Elementary School

Elementary School · BOUNDARY COUNTY DISTRICT

6750 AUGUSTA STREET, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805

Enrollment

406

Student-Teacher

19.3:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Idaho schools

#237 of 719

In Bonners Ferry

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

BOUNDARY COUNTY DISTRICT

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Valley View Elementary School

7.2/10

Elementary School in Bonners Ferry · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Boundary County Middle School

7.6/10

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5.3/10

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About Valley View Elementary School

Valley View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bonners Ferry, ID, part of BOUNDARY COUNTY DISTRICT. Valley View Elementary School serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #237 of 719 schools in ID.

Structured state assessment records for Valley View Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • ID avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Valley View Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,419
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

Valley View Elementary School — Students at Valley View Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 61.5% (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
82%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
47%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Valley View Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
67th percentile in ID
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

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

6750 AUGUSTA STREET, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Valley View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 32.5 miles away, in nearby Hope), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 22.8 miles away, in nearby Sandpoint), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 30.7 miles away, in nearby Sandpoint), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bonners Ferry, see our Bonners Ferry schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 24.8 mi
School Distance Rating
BOUNDARY COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Bonners Ferry 0.4 mi 7.6
BONNERS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL Bonners Ferry 0.6 mi 5.3
THE LEARNING CENTER Bonners Ferry 0.9 mi
MOUNTAIN VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bonners Ferry 4.0 mi 4.2
BOULDER CREEK ACADEMY Bonners Ferry 4.2 mi 6.9
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bonners Ferry 6.3 mi
NAPLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Naples 8.5 mi 4.8
MOUNT HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bonners Ferry 14.5 mi 7.3
McCormick School Troy 14.3 mi
NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint 22.8 mi 8.4
KOOTENAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kootenai 27.2 mi 7.4
SANDPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ponderay 27.1 mi 5.6
SANDPOINT JUVENILE DETENTION Sandpoint 28.1 mi
LAKE PEND OREILLE HIGH SCHOOL Sandpoint 29.8 mi 4.5
FARMIN STIDWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint 30.0 mi 6.5
HOPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hope 32.5 mi 8.7
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sandpoint 30.7 mi 8.0
SANDPOINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Sandpoint 30.8 mi 7.5
LITTLE LAMBS PRESCHOOL Sandpoint 30.6 mi
Troy 7-8 Troy 24.8 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,281

Median Home Value

$345,200

Median Rent

$872/mo

Population

8,909

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

79.5%

Avg Commute

20 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

40.6

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MOSAICS PUBLIC SCHOOL Caldwell, ID 7.2
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RIMROCK ELEMENTARY Ammon, ID 7.2
FERNAN STEM ACADEMY Coeur D'Alene, ID 7.3
HIDDEN SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hidden Springs, ID 7.3
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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 5th.

How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?

Valley View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary School is 19.3:1. 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 #237 of 719 schools in ID.

What is Valley View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Valley View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% 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?

50.2% 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Boundary County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

District

BOUNDARY COUNTY DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,362
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,419
District Rank
#3 of 5

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