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#563 of 864 schools in NM
Valley View Elementary
Elementary School · LAS CRUCES
505 SOUTH MAIN SUITE 249, Las Cruces, NM 88001
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#563 of 864
In Las Cruces
#31 of 45
public schools
In district
#26 of 39
LAS CRUCES
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Valley View Elementary
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About Valley View Elementary
Valley View Elementary is a public elementary school in Las Cruces, NM, part of LAS CRUCES. Valley View Elementary serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #563 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Valley View Elementary show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Valley View Elementary 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 Elementary — Students at Valley View Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.
How Valley View Elementary Compares
See how Valley View 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
505 SOUTH MAIN SUITE 249, Las Cruces, NM 88001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J PAUL TAYLOR ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CONLEE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRAL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Las Cruces, see our Las Cruces schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAS MONTANAS CHARTER Las Cruces | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| LAS CRUCES HIGH Las Cruces | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| DESERT SPRINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Las Curces | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| HERMOSA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| NEW AMERICA SCHOOL - LAS CRUCES Las Cruces | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| COLLEGE HEIGHTS KINDERGARTEN Las Cruces | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| MESILLA VALLEY LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Las Cruces | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| LYNN MIDDLE Las Cruces | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| CONLEE ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| UNIVERSITY HILLS ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| ALMA D'ARTE CHARTER Las Cruces | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| J PAUL TAYLOR ACADEMY Las Cruces | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| BOOKER T. WASHINGTON Las Cruces | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| SIERRA MIDDLE Las Cruces | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| LA ACADEMIA DOLORES HUERTA Las Cruces | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ALAMEDA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| MESILLA VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Las Cruces | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| MAC ARTHUR ELEMENTARY Las Cruces | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| ZIA MIDDLE Las Cruces | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$32,978
Median Home Value
$158,300
Median Rent
$797/mo
Population
38,972
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
40.9%
Avg Commute
16.5 min
Poverty Rate
38%
Median Age
27.4
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|---|---|
| BLUFFVIEW ELEMENTARY Farmington, NM | 5.6 |
| DULCE ELEMENTARY Dulce, NM | 5.6 |
| HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY Clovis, NM | 5.6 |
| MORIARTY ELEMENTARY Moriarty, NM | 5.6 |
| RED ROCK ELEMENTARY Gallup, NM | 5.6 |
| BERRENDO ELEMENTARY Roswell, NM | 5.5 |
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 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary is 12.2:1. 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 NM?
Valley View Elementary ranks #563 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Valley View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% 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?
99.5% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 377
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Doña Ana County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.2%
- Phone
- (575) 527-9586
Resources & Links
District
LAS CRUCES- District Enrollment
- 23,404
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,965
- District Rank
- #26 of 39
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