Serving 526 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valley View Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley View Elementary School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Valley View Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1250 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
26%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
66%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Elementary School's ranking?
Valley View Elementary School is ranked #1250 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Valley View Elementary School often compared to?
Valley View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Elementary School, Riverwood Elementary School, Dean Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?
526 students attend Valley View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Valley View Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View Elementary School?
Valley View Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley View Elementary School offer ?
Valley View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Valley View Elementary School part of?
Valley View Elementary School is part of Mchenry CCSD 15 School District.
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