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Valley View EL

Elementary School · EANES ISD

1201 LOOP 360 S, Austin, TX 78746

Enrollment

290

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Austin

#124 of 238

public schools

Texas elementary schools

#2,659 of 4,678

In district

#9 of 9

EANES ISD

School environment

8.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Valley View EL

Valley View Elementary serves 290 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Austin's affluent west side community. With 30 full-time teachers, the school maintains an excellent 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for more individualized attention in smaller class settings. The school has earned recognition as a top performer in Texas, ranking #486 out of 8,598 elementary schools statewide and placing in the 94th percentile.

This strong academic standing is reflected in MySchoolScout's rating of 7.3 out of 10, indicating consistent educational quality. Valley View Elementary draws students from one of Austin's most educated communities, where 83% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding 78746 ZIP code represents a highly affluent area with a median household income of $174,367 and median home values of $1,209,300.

With only a 4.9% poverty rate among the area's 28,329 residents, the school serves families in a stable, resource-rich environment. Located at 1201 Loop 360 South, Valley View Elementary sits in Austin's large suburban landscape, where families enjoy proximity to the city's amenities while benefiting from a more spacious residential setting. The school's combination of small class sizes and strong community support creates an environment focused on elementary academic excellence.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.7:1, Valley View EL offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-8.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Above Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48%
Reading/ELA Proficiency52%
Overall Proficiency50%
Expected (poverty-adj.)69%
vs. Expected-19.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,312

Valley View EL — Students at Valley View EL score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 57.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
67%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
52%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Valley View EL Compares

See how Valley View EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
37th percentile in TX
Academic
6.3/10
6.3/10
Growth
4.3/10
Below average
Environment
8.5/10
Above average

Location

1201 LOOP 360 S, Austin, TX 78746

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Valley View EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. EANES EL (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CEDAR CREEK EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BARTON HILLS EL (rated 7.9/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
FOREST TRAIL EL Austin 0.1 mi 6.7
FUSION ACADEMY AUS: AUSTIN Austin 0.4 mi 6.4
WESTLAKE H S Austin 0.6 mi 8.7
EANES EL Austin 0.6 mi 8.5
TRINITY EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF AUSTIN West Lake Hills 0.7 mi 6.2
YPW SPANISH IMMERSION SCHOOL West Lake Hills 0.9 mi
CEDAR CREEK EL Austin 1.3 mi 8.0
HILL COUNTRY MIDDLE Austin 1.3 mi 7.2
ADULT TRANSITION SERVICES Austin 1.3 mi
REGENTS SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin 2.4 mi 5.0
ST ANDREWS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin 3.0 mi 7.5
O HENRY MIDDLE Austin 2.8 mi 5.6
BARTON HILLS EL Austin 3.0 mi 7.9
ST STEPHENS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin 3.3 mi 6.3
CASA MONTESSORI CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Austin 3.0 mi
ST GABRIEL'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Austin 3.2 mi 6.7
SMALL MIDDLE Austin 3.6 mi 4.0
AUSTIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin 3.6 mi 5.4
ST MICHAEL'S CATHOLIC ACADEMY Austin 3.2 mi 7.1
GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin 3.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$183,028

Median Home Value

$1,352,500

Median Rent

$2,097/mo

Population

28,268

College Educated

83.2%

Homeownership

66.7%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

42.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Valley View EL has a median household income of $183,028. It is a well-educated community where 83% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,352,500, with a median rent of $2,097/month. The local poverty rate of 4.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Valley View EL

What grades does Valley View EL serve?

Valley View EL serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Valley View EL?

Valley View EL has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley View EL?

The student-teacher ratio at Valley View EL is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Valley View EL rank in TX?

Valley View EL is ranked #5406 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Valley View EL's MySchoolScout rating?

Valley View EL has a composite rating of 5.7 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 EL?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Valley View EL has 57.5% math proficiency and 59.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Valley View EL a charter school?

No, Valley View EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Valley View EL a Title I school?

No, Valley View EL is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (3,724/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Austin). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Travis County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

EANES ISD
District Enrollment
7,738
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,307
District Rank
#9 of 9

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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