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#5069 of 8,552 schools in TX
Valley Hi EL
Elementary School · NORTHSIDE ISD
8503 RAY ELLISON DR, San Antonio, TX 78227
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,069 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#177 of 516
public schools
In district
#34 of 122
NORTHSIDE ISD
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Valley Hi EL
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About Valley Hi EL
Valley Hi EL is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of NORTHSIDE ISD. Valley Hi EL serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley Hi EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #5,069 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Valley Hi EL show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Valley Hi EL 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 Hi EL — Students at Valley Hi EL score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 5.8/10.
How Valley Hi EL Compares
See how Valley Hi EL 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
8503 RAY ELLISON DR, San Antonio, TX 78227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Hi EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SUN VALLEY EL (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LACKLAND EL (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MEDIO CREEK EL (rated 5.7/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RAYBURN MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| SUN VALLEY EL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| ALLEN EL San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| NEIL ARMSTRONG EL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| LACKLAND EL San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| VIRGINIA ALLRED STACEY JR/SR H S San Antonio | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| FIVE PALMS EL San Antonio | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| WESTWOOD TERRACE EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| GLENN EL San Antonio | 2.4 mi | 3.6 |
| FRANK MADLA EL San Antonio | 2.2 mi | 2.9 |
| LIGHTHOUSE EL San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE MIDDLE San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 1.7 |
| LIGHTHOUSE HIGH San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 2.1 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE - SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 4.1 |
| MEDIO CREEK EL San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| SOUTH SAN ANTONIO H S - WEST CAMPUS San Antonio | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY HYBRID San Antonio | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| TRAIN-UP A CHILD LEARNING CENTER / NURSERY San Antonio | 2.8 mi | — |
| HULL EL San Antonio | 2.9 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,049
Median Home Value
$151,300
Median Rent
$1,112/mo
Population
44,091
College Educated
9.5%
Homeownership
56.9%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Median Age
33.8
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| ANGELA GERUSA LEAL EL San Benito, TX | 5.9 |
| BISHOP EL Everman, TX | 5.9 |
| CARROLL EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio, TX | 5.9 |
| EASTEX-JENSEN NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL Lewisville, TX | 5.9 |
| GRANDVIEW HILLS EL Austin, TX | 5.9 |
| GRAPE CREEK PRI San Angelo, TX | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Hi EL
What grades does Valley Hi EL serve?
Valley Hi EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Valley Hi EL?
Valley Hi EL has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Hi EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Hi EL is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valley Hi EL rank in TX?
Valley Hi EL ranks #5,069 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Valley Hi EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley Hi EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Hi EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley Hi EL has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Valley Hi EL a charter school?
No, Valley Hi EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley Hi EL a Title I school?
No, Valley Hi EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley Hi EL?
83.8% of students at Valley Hi EL 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
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (210) 397-0350
Resources & Links
District
NORTHSIDE ISD- District Enrollment
- 101,095
- Schools in District
- 126
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,632
- District Rank
- #34 of 122
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