Very Good
#600 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 23% in state
Spring Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Durham Public Schools
2051 Northern Durham Prky, Durham, NC 27703
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#600 of 2,648
In Durham
#22 of 68
public schools
In district
#19 of 54
Durham Public Schools
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Spring Valley Elementary
Spring Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Durham, NC, part of Durham Public Schools. Spring Valley Elementary serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Spring Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #600 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Spring Valley Elementary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Spring Valley Elementary — Students at Spring Valley Elementary score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.0/10.
How Spring Valley Elementary Compares
See how Spring Valley Elementary 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
2051 Northern Durham Prky, Durham, NC 27703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spring Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Burton Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Reaching All Minds Academy (rated 8.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pleasant Grove Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Morrisville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Durham, see our Durham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oak Grove Elementary Durham | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| BETHESDA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Bethesda Elementary Durham | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| TUTORIAL -1/2 CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Durham | 2.5 mi | — |
| Neal Middle Durham | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Research Triangle Charter Durham | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Southern School of Energy and Sustainabi Durham | 3.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Reaching All Minds Academy Durham | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Brier Creek Elementary Raleigh | 3.8 mi | 3.6 |
| GIFT OF KNOWLEDGE ACADEMY Durham | 3.6 mi | — |
| Merrick-Moore Elementary Durham | 4.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Y E Smith Elementary Durham | 3.8 mi | 4.7 |
| The Institute Development Young Leaders Durham | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Middle College HS @ DTCC Durham | 3.9 mi | 9.5 |
| Maureen Joy Charter School Durham | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Pleasant Grove Elementary Morrisville | 4.8 mi | 8.0 |
| R N Harris Elementary Durham | 4.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Durham's Performance Learning Center Durham | 4.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Burton Elementary Durham | 4.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Glenn Elementary Durham | 5.2 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,953
Median Home Value
$340,500
Median Rent
$1,469/mo
Population
62,994
College Educated
45.1%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
35.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bain Elementary Mint Hill, NC | 7.7 |
| Balls Creek Elementary Newton, NC | 7.7 |
| Belvoir Elementary Greenville, NC | 7.7 |
| Bethel Elementary Midland, NC | 7.7 |
| Bethel Elementary Canton, NC | 7.7 |
| Bruce Drysdale Elementary Hendersonville, NC | 7.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spring Valley Elementary
What grades does Spring Valley Elementary serve?
Spring Valley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Spring Valley Elementary?
Spring Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Valley Elementary is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spring Valley Elementary rank in NC?
Spring Valley Elementary ranks #600 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Spring Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Spring Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Spring Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spring Valley Elementary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Spring Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Spring Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spring Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Spring Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spring Valley Elementary?
58.5% of students at Spring Valley 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 544
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Durham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (919) 560-2890
Resources & Links
District
Durham Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 31,339
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,239
- District Rank
- #19 of 54
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