Excellent
#111 of 2,463 schools in NJ
Top 5% in state
Valley View School
Elementary School · Montville Township School District
30 MONTGOMERY AVENUE, Montville Township, NJ 07045
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey elementary schools
#72 of 1,496
In district
#4 of 7
Montville Township School District
Equity
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Valley View School
Valley View School is a public elementary school in Montville Township, NJ, part of the Montville Township School District. The school serves approximately 349 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 95.5th percentile among NJ schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 73% proficiency in math, 28 points above the state average and 77% in reading/language arts, 27 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $179,279, where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Valley View School — Students at Valley View School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)
Based on 13 test records from NJ 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 Valley View School Compares
See how Valley View School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 77% (2019) to 77% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 77% (2019) to 77% (2022).
Location
30 MONTGOMERY AVENUE, Montville Township, NJ 07045
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley View School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hilldale School (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Pine Brook), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Cedar Hill School (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Towaco), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Woodmont School (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Pine Brook), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Montville Township, see our Montville Township schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hilldale School Pine Brook | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Montville Township High School Montville | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montville | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Robert R Lazar Middle School Montville | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Woodmont School Pine Brook | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| THE CRAIG SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Montville | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| CRAIG SCHOOL, HIGH SCHOOL Montville | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Cedar Hill School Towaco | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF TOWACO Towaco | 2.2 mi | — |
| Adlai E. Stevenson School Fairfield | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Rockaway Meadow Elementary School Parsippany | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Lake Hiawatha Elementary School Parsippany | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ABC'S OF LEARNING Towaco | 3.1 mi | — |
| Knollwood Elementary School Parsippany | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Parsippany High School Parsippany | 2.8 mi | 8.1 |
| William Mason School Montville | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Parsippany | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| John Hill School Boonton | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| ESSEX VALLEY SCHOOL West Caldwell | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Northvail Elementary School Parsippany | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07045 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$179,279
Median Home Value
$647,200
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
10,206
College Educated
67.6%
Homeownership
97.8%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
48.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Valley View School has a median household income of $179,279. It is a well-educated community where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $647,200, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 2.9% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bradford Elementary School Upper Montclair, NJ | 8.7 |
| Chelsea Heights School Atlantic City, NJ | 8.7 |
| Ella G Clarke Elementary School Lakewood, NJ | 8.7 |
| Gregory Elementary School W. Orange, NJ | 8.7 |
| Hazel Avenue Elementary School W. Orange, NJ | 8.7 |
| J Spencer Smith School Tenafly, NJ | 8.7 |
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 5th.
How many students attend Valley View School?
Valley View School has an enrollment of approximately 349 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley View School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valley View School rank in NJ?
Valley View School is ranked #111 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.
What is Valley View School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley View School has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Valley View School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Valley View School has 73.0% math proficiency and 76.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
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?
1.4% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 349
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Phone
- (973) 331-7100
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Montville Township School District- District Enrollment
- 3,472
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,250
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
Other Schools in This District
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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