Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Valle Crucis Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valle Crucis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Valle Crucis Elementary School's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valle Crucis Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valle Crucis Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
1%
24%
White
83%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Watauga County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valle Crucis Elementary School's ranking?
Valle Crucis Elementary School is ranked #673 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Valle Crucis Elementary School often compared to?
Valle Crucis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cove Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Valle Crucis Elementary School?
345 students attend Valle Crucis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Valle Crucis Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valle Crucis Elementary School?
Valle Crucis Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Valle Crucis Elementary School offer ?
Valle Crucis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valle Crucis Elementary School part of?
Valle Crucis Elementary School is part of Watauga County Schools.
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