Needs Improvement
#551 of 574 schools in SD
Valley View Elementary - 13
Elementary School · Rapid City Area School District 51-4
4840 Homestead St, Rapid City, SD 57703
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
18.8:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Rapid City
#22 of 23
public schools
South Dakota elementary schools
#262 of 271
In district
#22 of 24
Rapid City Area School District 51-4
About Valley View Elementary - 13
Valley View Elementary is a public elementary school located in the heart of Rapid City, South Dakota. Serving kindergarten through fifth grade students, Valley View has an enrollment of 584 pupils and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18.8:1 with 31 full-time equivalent teachers. Despite its MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10, the school is actively working to improve academic performance and offers educational support tailored to meet the needs of each student.
On average, 36% of students are proficient in ELA/reading, while 35% achieve proficiency in math. Valley View Elementary sits in a small city setting, providing a close-knit community atmosphere for its young learners.
Score Breakdown
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Valley View Elementary - 13 — Students at Valley View Elementary - 13 score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores SD EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from SD 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: 4.4/10.
How Valley View Elementary - 13 Compares
See how Valley View Elementary - 13 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 42% (2019) to 36% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 44% (2019) to 34% (2022).
Location
4840 Homestead St, Rapid City, SD 57703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley View Elementary - 13 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CREEKSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Vandenberg Elementary - 02 (rated 5.7/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Box Elder), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rapid Valley Elementary - 12 (rated 5.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rapid City, see our Rapid City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 57703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,495
Median Home Value
$250,300
Median Rent
$1,394/mo
Population
17,543
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
37.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Valley View Elementary - 13 has a median household income of $84,495. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $250,300, with a median rent of $1,394/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
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| Oscar Howe Elementary - 58 Sioux Falls, SD | 4.0 |
| Madison 2-3 Center - 19 Huron, SD | 4.1 |
| Eugene Field A+ Elementary - 16 Sioux Falls, SD | 4.3 |
| Robert Frost Elementary - 18 Sioux Falls, SD | 4.3 |
| Liberty Elementary - 02 Harrisburg, SD | 4.4 |
| Webster Elementary - 06 Yankton, SD | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley View Elementary - 13
What grades does Valley View Elementary - 13 serve?
Valley View Elementary - 13 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Valley View Elementary - 13?
Valley View Elementary - 13 has an enrollment of approximately 584 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary - 13?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary - 13 is 18.8:1. 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 - 13 rank in SD?
Valley View Elementary - 13 is ranked #551 out of 574 schools in SD.
What is Valley View Elementary - 13's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley View Elementary - 13 has a composite rating of 3.9 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 Elementary - 13?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Valley View Elementary - 13 has 34.7% math proficiency and 36.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Valley View Elementary - 13 a charter school?
No, Valley View Elementary - 13 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley View Elementary - 13 a Title I school?
No, Valley View Elementary - 13 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley View Elementary - 13?
30.3% of students at Valley View Elementary - 13 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
- City Safety
- High (4,515/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Rapid City). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 584
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pennington County
- Phone
- (605) 393-2812
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Rapid City Area School District 51-4- District Enrollment
- 12,432
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,380
- District Rank
- #22 of 24
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