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Valley Crest School

Public | K-6 | 893 students

 
 
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4 stars

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Posted February 19, 2013

Valley Crest is a wonderful school! I have always been impressed by all the teachers and the staff at the school. The principal is amazing, and she runs the school with a love for all the students whom attend. The school is diverse and has a Spanish Duel immersion program too! I would recommend Valley Crest to any parent looking for a great school in West Valley City.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 14, 2013

I am a parent of 3 Valley Crest Students. We love Valley Crest. We have wonderful teachers and an excellent principal who values her work and absolutely adores our children. We are an ethnically diverse school, which is one of my favorite things. It allows my children to make friends of other languages, cultures, and walks of life. My children are advanced and their teachers have always worked to make sure they are challenged. There is a lot of focus on community and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 14, 2013

We love Valley Crest. My children have attended many elementary schools and this one is amazing. I love the teachers, the principal, the secretary, and all the staff The principal and teachers have always taken the time to address any questions that I might have. I have never felt that my opinion did not matter. Everyone is positive and I know they want my children to have the best education possible. Not only do I love Valley Crest, but my children do as well. I feel this is a very important factor in an excellent school. My children had an opportunity to attend another school. They begged me to keep them at Valley Crest Elementary even though their friends were attending a new school. It is so nice to belong to such a great school where my children have, and will continue to succeed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 13, 2013

I am proud to say my children go to Valley Crest Elementary. Our principal is an amazing leader. She directs our school with integrity and skill. Thanks to her, our school runs with precision, respect, and love. Valley Crest has excellent teachers. They are always willing to do whatever is needed to help the children succeed. The faculty encourages the children to do and be their best. Valley Crest has many resources available for students who are struggling, those who are excelling, and everyone in between. I have worked closely with the Principal and faculty. They are the most dedicated and hard working people I have ever met. This school and its faculty are everything I could ever want for my children. Thank you to Valley Crest Elementary School for all you do for our children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 17, 2009

My kids have all gone to this school and I have nothing but good things to say about it. I've been volunteering in their classes for several years now and I'm happy to see firsthand how much the teachers and staff care about them. Lots of parents involved too.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 17, 2009

I love this school. My daughter is gifted and the teacher helps bring out the best qualities in her. I love how involved the parents are, a lot of them volunteer at the school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 26, 2006

We have been very pleased with the teachers and administration at Valley Crest. It is fun to see more and more of the community getting involved with the school each year. A great school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2006

My son started kindergarten this year and Valley Crest has been a good school so far. His teacher sends him home extra work to do because he is ahead of his class. This helps him learn more.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Language Arts

The state average for Language Arts was 79% in 2010.

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
73%

2008

 
 
53%
Math

The state average for Math was 79% in 2010.

2010

 
 
65%

2009

 
 
65%

2008

 
 
51%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Utah used the Utah Criterion-Referenced Test (CRT) to test students in grades 1 through 11 in language arts, in grades 1 through 7 in math, in grades 4 through 9 in science and upon completion of certain courses in grades 8 through 11. The results displayed on GreatSchools profiles are for all grades combined for each subject. The CRT is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Utah. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Utah's state standards

Source: Utah Department of Education

Language Arts

The state average for Language Arts was 78% in 2010.

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
77%

2008

 
 
63%
Math

The state average for Math was 71% in 2010.

2010

 
 
67%

2009

 
 
50%

2008

 
 
61%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Utah used the Utah Criterion-Referenced Test (CRT) to test students in grades 1 through 11 in language arts, in grades 1 through 7 in math, in grades 4 through 9 in science and upon completion of certain courses in grades 8 through 11. The results displayed on GreatSchools profiles are for all grades combined for each subject. The CRT is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Utah. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Utah's state standards

Source: Utah Department of Education

Language Arts

The state average for Language Arts was 77% in 2010.

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
71%

2008

 
 
64%
Math

The state average for Math was 75% in 2010.

2010

 
 
67%

2009

 
 
64%

2008

 
 
60%
Science

The state average for Science was 64% in 2010.

2010

 
 
43%

2009

 
 
41%

2008

 
 
45%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Utah used the Utah Criterion-Referenced Test (CRT) to test students in grades 1 through 11 in language arts, in grades 1 through 7 in math, in grades 4 through 9 in science and upon completion of certain courses in grades 8 through 11. The results displayed on GreatSchools profiles are for all grades combined for each subject. The CRT is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Utah. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Utah's state standards

Source: Utah Department of Education

Language Arts

The state average for Language Arts was 78% in 2010.

2010

 
 
70%

2009

 
 
72%

2008

 
 
68%
Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2010.

2010

 
 
67%

2009

 
 
60%

2008

 
 
54%
Science

The state average for Science was 72% in 2010.

2010

 
 
49%

2009

 
 
53%

2008

 
 
53%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Utah used the Utah Criterion-Referenced Test (CRT) to test students in grades 1 through 11 in language arts, in grades 1 through 7 in math, in grades 4 through 9 in science and upon completion of certain courses in grades 8 through 11. The results displayed on GreatSchools profiles are for all grades combined for each subject. The CRT is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Utah. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Utah's state standards

Source: Utah Department of Education

Language Arts

The state average for Language Arts was 79% in 2010.

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
80%

2008

 
 
74%
Math

The state average for Math was 71% in 2010.

2010

 
 
58%

2009

 
 
56%

2008

 
 
58%
Science

The state average for Science was 74% in 2010.

2010

 
 
68%

2009

 
 
57%

2008

 
 
60%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 Utah used the Utah Criterion-Referenced Test (CRT) to test students in grades 1 through 11 in language arts, in grades 1 through 7 in math, in grades 4 through 9 in science and upon completion of certain courses in grades 8 through 11. The results displayed on GreatSchools profiles are for all grades combined for each subject. The CRT is a standards-based testing program, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Utah. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See Utah's state standards

Source: Utah Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 39% 15%
White 39% 78%
Asian 10% 2%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 7% 2%
Black 3% 1%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 1%
Two or more races 1% 1%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 55%N/A38%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 21N/A26
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

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5240 West 3100 South
West Valley City, UT 84120
Phone: (385) 646-5061

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