Needs Improvement
#2943 of 3,192 schools in MI
Valley View Elementary School
Elementary School · Battle Creek Public Schools
960 Avenue A, Springfield, MI 49037
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,943 of 3,192
In Springfield
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#8 of 12
Battle Creek Public Schools
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Valley View Elementary School
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About Valley View Elementary School
Valley View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Springfield, MI, part of Battle Creek Public Schools. Valley View Elementary School serves approximately 454 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,943 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Valley View Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.0
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Valley View Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Valley View Elementary School — Students at Valley View Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
79.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from MI 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: 2.1/10.
How Valley View Elementary School Compares
See how Valley View Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
960 Avenue A, Springfield, MI 49037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Battle Creek Montessori Academy (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BATTLE CREEK AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOL ST JOSEPH ELEMEN (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Battle Creek), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westlake Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Battle Creek), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Springfield, see our Springfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield Middle School Springfield | 0.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Endeavor Charter Academy Battle Creek | 0.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Battle Creek Area Learning Center Springfield | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Lamora Park School Battle Creek | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Battle Creek Montessori Academy Springfield | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| BATTLE CREEK AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOL ST JOSEPH ELEMEN Battle Creek | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| ST JOSEPH MIDDLE SCHOOL Battle Creek | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Prairieview School Battle Creek | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Lakeview Middle School Battle Creek | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Lakeview High School Battle Creek | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| CALHOUN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Battle Creek | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| BATTLE CREEK ACADEMY Battle Creek | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Northwestern Middle School Battle Creek | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Lakeview Alternative High School Battle Creek | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Arbor Academy Battle Creek | 2.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Westlake Elementary School Battle Creek | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Dudley School Battle Creek | 2.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Michigan Youth Challenge Academy Battle Creek | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Ann J Kellogg School Battle Creek | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Battle Creek MathSci Center Battle Creek | 3.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,598
Median Home Value
$90,600
Median Rent
$843/mo
Population
19,924
College Educated
12.2%
Homeownership
59.8%
Avg Commute
18.5 min
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Median Age
37.1
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|---|---|
| Barack Obama Leadership Academy Detroit, MI | 3.8 |
| Bedford School Dearborn Heights, MI | 3.8 |
| Estabrook Elementary Ypsilanti, MI | 3.8 |
| George Crockett Academy Detroit, MI | 3.8 |
| Haas Elementary School Genesee, MI | 3.8 |
| McGrath Elementary School Grand Blanc, MI | 3.8 |
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 454 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary School is 14.6:1. 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 MI?
Valley View Elementary School ranks #2,943 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Valley View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% 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?
79.1% 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 454
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 79.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Calhoun County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.3%
- Phone
- (269) 441-9150
Resources & Links
District
Battle Creek Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,693
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,231
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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