Summary:
The Valley Local school district in Ohio is home to a single standout elementary school, Valley Elementary School, which serves grades PK-4 and consistently outperforms the state average on academic assessments. This high-performing school has been ranked in the top 30% of Ohio elementary schools, with strong student achievement in both math and English language arts.
Valley Elementary School's academic excellence is evident in its test scores, with 73% of 3rd graders and 91% of 4th graders scoring proficient or better in math, compared to the state averages of 62.1% and 67.2%, respectively. The school's student population is relatively homogeneous, with 93.23% of students identifying as White, which is higher than the state average. While the school's per-student funding of $8,420 is in line with the state average, the district may want to explore ways to increase diversity and address the school's 21.8% chronic absenteeism rate, which is an area for potential improvement.
Overall, Valley Local is fortunate to have a high-performing elementary school in Valley Elementary School, which provides a strong academic foundation for its students. However, the district may want to consider ways to address the school's demographic homogeneity and chronic absenteeism to ensure equitable opportunities for all students.
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