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Valerie Elementary School
Elementary School · Dayton City
3871 Yellowstone Ave, Dayton, OH 45416
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#1,979 of 3,441
In Dayton
#27 of 77
public schools
In district
#7 of 26
Dayton City
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Valerie Elementary School
Valerie Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dayton, OH, part of Dayton City. Valerie Elementary School serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Valerie Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,979 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Valerie Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Valerie Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
44% of students at Valerie Elementary 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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Valerie Elementary School — Students at Valerie Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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: 6.8/10.
How Valerie Elementary School Compares
See how Valerie Elementary 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
3871 Yellowstone Ave, Dayton, OH 45416
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valerie Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOTHER MARIA A. BRUNNER (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northwood Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westwood Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Meadowdale High School Dayton | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| North Dayton School of Discovery Dayton | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Klepinger Community School Dayton | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| The Dayton School Dayton | 0.9 mi | — |
| Belle Haven Elementary School Dayton | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Summit Academy Transition High School Dayton Dayton | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| MOTHER MARIA A. BRUNNER Dayton | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Horizon Science Academy-Dayton Dayton | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Horizon Science Academy Dayton High School Dayton | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| GLORIA DEI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dayton | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Rosa Parks Early Learning Center Dayton | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Charity Adams Earley Girls Academy Dayton | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Fairview Elementary School Dayton | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Richard Allen Preparatory Dayton | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Northwood Elementary School Dayton | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Trotwood Preparatory & Fitness Academy Trotwood | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Edwin Joel Brown Middle School Dayton | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Thurgood Marshall High School Dayton | 3.3 mi | 2.6 |
| Westwood Elementary School Dayton | 3.5 mi | 6.5 |
| The International School Dayton | 3.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45416 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,710
Median Home Value
$76,000
Median Rent
$1,123/mo
Population
5,353
College Educated
13.3%
Homeownership
63.8%
Poverty Rate
32.2%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carson Elementary School Newark, OH | 6.0 |
| Case Preparatory Academy Akron, OH | 6.0 |
| Clermont Northeastern Elementary School Batavia, OH | 6.0 |
| Croghan Elementary School Fremont, OH | 6.0 |
| Findley Community Learning Center Akron, OH | 6.0 |
| Glendening Elementary School Groveport, OH | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valerie Elementary School
What grades does Valerie Elementary School serve?
Valerie Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Valerie Elementary School?
Valerie Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valerie Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valerie Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valerie Elementary School rank in OH?
Valerie Elementary School ranks #1,979 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Valerie Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valerie Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Valerie Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valerie Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Valerie Elementary School a charter school?
No, Valerie Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valerie Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Valerie Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.9%
- Phone
- (937) 542-5390
Resources & Links
District
Dayton City- District Enrollment
- 12,441
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,177
- District Rank
- #7 of 26
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