Valley High School
- Public
- WEST DES MOINES, IA
Public School
Valley High School
- grade AOverall Grade
- Public
- 10-12
- WEST DES MOINES, IA
- Rating 3.83 out of 5 449 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A minus
- Diversitygrade A minus
- Teachersgrade A minus
- College Prepgrade A minus
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A
- Administrationgrade B+
- Sportsgrade A+
- Foodgrade B
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B
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Valley High School Rankings
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
82%
Percent Proficient - Math
80%
Average Graduation Rate
97%
Average SAT
1360
74 responses
Average ACT
27
678 responses
AP Enrollment
18%
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Home Listings
- Cost of Livinggrade B
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Housinggrade A minus
Median Household Income
$76,564
National
$69,021Median Rent
$1,062
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$239,200
National
$244,900Culture & Safety
Poll
84%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 37 responsesPoll
59%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 37 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A minus
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
2,047
Free or Reduced Lunch
34%
83%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 42 responses83%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 42 responses86%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 42 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$68,450
Teachers in First/Second Year
2%
64%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 58 responses73%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 59 responses78%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 59 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$12,908 / year
National
$12,23982%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 67 responses58%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 67 responses76%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 67 responsesValley High School Reviews
Rating 3.83 out of 5 449 reviews
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It is known for its strong academic programs and extracurricular activities. The school offers a wide range of courses, including advanced placement classes and vocational education programs. Valley High School has a strong commitment to the Arts, performing and visual, it offers theatre, music, and art programs, that are recognized on a state and national level.
The school has a large and well-maintained campus with modern facilities. The school provides students with access to a variety of resources, including computer labs, a library, and study spaces. There is a lot of student life and activities available to students, from sports teams and clubs to student government and volunteer opportunities.
The school has a large and well-maintained campus with modern facilities. The school provides students with access to a variety of resources, including computer labs, a library, and study spaces. There is a lot of student life and activities available to students, from sports teams and clubs to student government and volunteer opportunities.
Top notch! Very academically challenging. Transferred from another school and was very surprised how much more rigor this school had. Teacher have been wonderful and I've loved my time here. Very, very happy I made the call to move when I did. Transferred because my old school was not holding in person classes during the pandemic.
Valley High school prepares a student for whatever career path a student may want to follow. Teachers are very helpful in learning the subject material and are always ready to help. Teachers also, like working with project based learning. Meaning that students at some point will have to work together as a team. Valley's population and diversity prepares students for all types of higher learning, from Community College, to Universities, and to trade schools. Valley has a wide range of school activities and clubs to participate in. Students have many options to participate in. Also, Valley has a very competitive athletic reputation with men and women's athletics. Valley has many things a student may get involved with over the four years attending. However, the support Valley shows not only the students but with families as well. Valley has many supportive staff to assist students in all aspects of the educational success.