Serving 588 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Valley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Valley Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
588 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Valley Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2094 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
66%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bensalem Township School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Elementary School is ranked #2094 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like School Lane Charter School, Belmont Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Valley Elementary School?
588 students attend Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Valley Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Elementary School?
Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Elementary School offer ?
Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Elementary School part of?
Valley Elementary School is part of Bensalem Township School District.
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