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Valleyview Elementary School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

2989 Valleyview Dr, Columbus, OH 43204

Enrollment

288

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,160 of 3,441

In Columbus

#172 of 224

public schools

In district

#85 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

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Valleyview Elementary School

3.8/10

Elementary School in Columbus · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.2/10

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About Valleyview Elementary School

Valleyview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Valleyview Elementary School serves approximately 288 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Valleyview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,160 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Valleyview Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

64% of students at Valleyview 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-26.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism64.2%

Valleyview Elementary School — Students at Valleyview Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
17.5%
ELA
24.5%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Valleyview Elementary School Compares

See how Valleyview Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in OH
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
64.2%

Location

2989 Valleyview Dr, Columbus, OH 43204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Valleyview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Zenith Academy West (rated 6.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Educational Academy for Boys & Girls (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY MAGDALENE SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Westmoor Middle School Columbus 0.0 mi 3.2
Great Western Academy Columbus 0.4 mi 3.5
West Broad Elementary School Columbus 0.7 mi 4.1
Zenith Academy West Columbus 0.7 mi 6.0
West High School Columbus 0.8 mi 2.8
Westgate Alternative Elementary School Columbus 1.0 mi 5.6
ST MARY MAGDALENE SCHOOL Columbus 1.2 mi 5.9
Sullivant Avenue Community School Columbus 1.4 mi 3.9
Burroughs Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 5.0
Highland Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 3.9
Educational Academy for Boys & Girls Columbus 1.4 mi 6.0
Columbus Preparatory Academy Columbus 1.7 mi 7.2
Eakin Elementary School Columbus 1.8 mi 3.4
Binns Elementary School Columbus 2.1 mi 4.9
Wedgewood Middle School Columbus 2.0 mi 3.9
West Franklin Elementary School Columbus 2.1 mi 4.6
Franklin Heights High School Columbus 2.1 mi 3.6
Bridge Gate Community School Columbus 1.9 mi 5.0
Hilltonia Middle School Columbus 2.0 mi 3.6
Columbus Preparatory and Fitness Academy Columbus 2.3 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,158

Median Home Value

$170,900

Median Rent

$1,206/mo

Population

43,444

College Educated

25.2%

Homeownership

51.3%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

21.4%

Median Age

33.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Valleyview Elementary School

What grades does Valleyview Elementary School serve?

Valleyview Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Valleyview Elementary School?

Valleyview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 288 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Valleyview Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Valleyview Elementary School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Valleyview Elementary School rank in OH?

Valleyview Elementary School ranks #3,160 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Valleyview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Valleyview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Valleyview Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Valleyview Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Valleyview Elementary School a charter school?

No, Valleyview Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Valleyview Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Valleyview Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
288
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
64.2%

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