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#467 of 603 schools in MT
Valley View School
Elementary School · Great Falls Elem
PO Box 2429, Great Falls, MT 59403
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Montana schools
#467 of 603
In Great Falls
#12 of 19
public schools
In district
#11 of 17
Great Falls Elem
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Valley View School
Elementary School in Great Falls · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Valley View School
Valley View School is a public elementary school in Great Falls, MT, part of Great Falls Elem. Valley View School serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #467 of 603 schools in MT.
Structured state assessment records for Valley View School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- MT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Valley View 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 School — Students at Valley View School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from MT 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: 5.1/10.
How Valley View School Compares
See how Valley View School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 2429, Great Falls, MT 59403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley View School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meadow Lark School (rated 7.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Giant Springs Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Great Falls, see our Great Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| C M Russell High School Great Falls | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| West Elementary Great Falls | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Riverview School Great Falls | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Sacajawea School Great Falls | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Whittier School Great Falls | 1.7 mi | 2.5 |
| Meadow Lark School Great Falls | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| North Middle School Great Falls | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Longfellow School Great Falls | 2.3 mi | 4.0 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Great Falls | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Great Falls High School Great Falls | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| FOOTHILLS COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Great Falls | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Sunnyside School Great Falls | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Lincoln School Great Falls | 3.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Giant Springs Elementary Great Falls | 3.5 mi | 7.6 |
| GREAT FALLS CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Great Falls | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Lewis & Clark School Great Falls | 4.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Mountain View School Great Falls | 4.4 mi | 3.9 |
| MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd HS Great Falls | 4.2 mi | — |
| MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd El Great Falls | 4.2 mi | — |
| East Middle School Great Falls | 4.4 mi | 6.2 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Highland Park School Havre, MT | 5.0 |
| Lincoln School Great Falls, MT | 5.0 |
| Pine Butte Elementary Sch Colstrip, MT | 5.0 |
| Superior Elementary Superior, MT | 5.0 |
| Bitterroot School Billings, MT | 5.1 |
| Elrod School Kalispell, MT | 5.1 |
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 6th.
How many students attend Valley View School?
Valley View School has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley View School is 16:1. 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 MT?
Valley View School ranks #467 of 603 schools in MT.
What is Valley View School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley View School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley View School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
54.3% 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 304
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cascade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.7%
- Phone
- (406) 268-7145
Resources & Links
District
Great Falls Elem- District Enrollment
- 6,899
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,146
- District Rank
- #11 of 17
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