Very Good
#484 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 20% 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
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#484 of 2,466
In district
#3 of 7
Montville Township School District
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Valley View School
Elementary School in Montville Township · grades Pre-K – 5th. 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 Montville Township, NJ, part of Montville Township School District. Valley View School serves approximately 349 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #484 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Valley View School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- NJ avg 6.5
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: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 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: 6.4/10.
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
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 notably higher. Another option is Rockaway Meadow Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Parsippany), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cedar Hill School (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Towaco), 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 | 7.6 |
| TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montville | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Robert R Lazar Middle School Montville | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Woodmont School Pine Brook | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| 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 | 8.1 |
| APPLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF TOWACO Towaco | 2.2 mi | — |
| Adlai E. Stevenson School Fairfield | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Rockaway Meadow Elementary School Parsippany | 2.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Lake Hiawatha Elementary School Parsippany | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| ABC'S OF LEARNING Towaco | 3.1 mi | — |
| Knollwood Elementary School Parsippany | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Parsippany High School Parsippany | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| William Mason School Montville | 3.1 mi | 5.9 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Parsippany | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| John Hill School Boonton | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| ESSEX VALLEY SCHOOL West Caldwell | 3.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Northvail Elementary School Parsippany | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
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
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| BEN PORAT YOSEF Paramus, NJ | 7.8 |
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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 ranks #484 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Valley View School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley View School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley View School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.3%
- Phone
- (973) 331-7100
Resources & Links
District
Montville Township School District- District Enrollment
- 3,472
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,250
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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