For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 467 students in Valley City, ND.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Valley City, ND are Jefferson Elementary School and Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Valley City, ND public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Dakota public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Valley City have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Dakota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Dakota public elementary school average of 32% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Valley City, ND (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1150 Central Ave N
Valley City, ND 58072
(701) 845-0622
Valley City, ND 58072
(701) 845-0622
Gr: PK-3 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
510 8th Ave Sw
Valley City, ND 58072
(701) 845-0849
Valley City, ND 58072
(701) 845-0849
Gr: 4-6 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Valley City, ND?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Valley City, ND include Jefferson Elementary School and Washington Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Valley City?
2 public elementary schools are located in Valley City.
What is the racial composition of students in Valley City?
Valley City public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Dakota public elementary schools average of 32% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
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