Needs Improvement
#1925 of 1,992 schools in MN
Valley View Elementary
Elementary School · BLOOMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
351 E 88TH ST, Bloomington, MN 55420
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
529
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,925 of 1,992
In Bloomington
#26 of 26
public schools
In district
#22 of 22
BLOOMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Valley View Elementary
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About Valley View Elementary
Valley View Elementary is a public elementary school in Bloomington, MN, part of BLOOMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Valley View Elementary serves approximately 529 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,925 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Valley View Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Valley View Elementary — Students at Valley View Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN 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: 2.2/10.
How Valley View Elementary Compares
See how Valley View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
351 E 88TH ST, Bloomington, MN 55420
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seven Hills - Richfield Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Richfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Success Academy Bloomington Elem (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Seven Hills -Bloomington Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bloomington, see our Bloomington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,539
Median Home Value
$306,600
Median Rent
$1,277/mo
Population
24,008
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
65.8%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
16.9%
Median Age
38.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley View Elementary
What grades does Valley View Elementary serve?
Valley View Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Valley View Elementary?
Valley View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 529 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary is 14.3:1. 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 rank in MN?
Valley View Elementary ranks #1,925 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Valley View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley View Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Valley View Elementary a charter school?
No, Valley View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Valley View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley View Elementary?
81.7% of students at Valley View Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 529
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.7%
- Phone
- (952) 681-5700
Resources & Links
District
BLOOMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,294
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,232
- District Rank
- #22 of 22
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