At a glance
Reported students
434
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
30.8
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Michigan elementary enrollment
69th percentile
Compared with 1,618 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
210
Valley View Elementary School: 434 reported students.
State peer staffing position
27th percentile
14.1:1 reported; state peer median 15.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 376
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35.13
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.7:1
What the reported data says about Valley View Elementary School
Valley View Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Springfield. It is one of 13 current school records connected to Battle Creek Public Schools. NCES reports 434 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,618 elementary schools in Michigan with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 366 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 69th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.1:1, below the Michigan median of 15.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (38%) and Black (26%). English learners represent 16.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Valley View Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 14.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 30.8 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 16.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 76%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White38%
- Hispanic10.4%
- Black26%
- Asian3.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial21.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Battle Creek Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Ann J Kellogg School
Elementary · Grades 03–06
348 reported students
Fremont International Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–05
345 reported students
Post Franklin School
Elementary · Grades KG–02
219 reported students
Verona Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 03–05
201 reported students
Lamora Park School
Elementary · Grades PK–02
154 reported students
Dudley Early Learning Center
Elementary · Grades PK–02
117 reported students
Public schools near Valley View Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Endeavor Charter Academy Elementary · Charter · Endeavor Charter Academy | KG–08 | 648 | 0.4 mi |
| Battle Creek Montessori Academy Elementary · Charter · Battle Creek Montessori Academy | PK–08 | 141 | 1.4 mi |
| Lamora Park School Elementary · Battle Creek Public Schools | PK–02 | 154 | 1.6 mi |
| Prairieview School Elementary · Lakeview Sch. District (Calhoun) | PK–04 | 249 | 2.1 mi |
| Dudley Early Learning Center Elementary · Battle Creek Public Schools | PK–02 | 117 | 2.3 mi |
| Arbor Academy Elementary · Charter · Arbor Academy | KG–08 | 154 | 2.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Valley View Elementary School
What grades does Valley View Elementary School serve?
Valley View Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Battle Creek Public Schools.
How many students attend Valley View Elementary School?
Valley View Elementary School reported 434 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 69th percentile among 1,618 Michigan elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 376 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Valley View Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 14.1:1, based on 434 students and 30.8 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Michigan median for the same school level is 15.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Valley View Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Valley View Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Battle Creek Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Valley View Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
76% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Valley View Elementary School in?
Valley View Elementary School is part of Battle Creek Public Schools, based in Battle Creek, MI, which operates 13 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Valley View Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Endeavor Charter Academy (0.4 mi), Battle Creek Montessori Academy (1.4 mi), Lamora Park School (1.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.