Valley View Elementary School

237 Melcanyon Road

School District

Duarte Unified
Grade

K-6
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:19
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on March 02, 2017

Overall, my family has been happy with Valley View. One of the reasons we purchased our home was the proximity to VV. The school's backdrop is a beautiful landscape, mountains, and wildlife. The staff has been receptive, the current principal (Mrs. R.) is approachable, friendly and knowledgeable and above all the parents are pretty involved. The current PTA and helpers are present at all activities, involved in planning and as a f/t working parent who cannot always be there I appreciate the work the PTA puts in. There are a few extracurricular activities offered on campus and so far so good, my daughter is thriving academically, emotionally, and enjoys going to school.
Submitted by parent on March 01, 2017

We are new to the school this year, but have had a very positive experience. The kids were very welcoming. The teachers have been wonderful to work with. I don't know all the staff yet, but have had great interactions and know that they care about each and every student.
Submitted by parent on December 14, 2016

I love so many things about this school including the way they embrace technology ensuring all students have laptop access (in most cases 1:1), the family oriented approach (volunteers are always welcome and parents can meet their student for lunch), the aproachability & responsiveness of the staff - they genuinely care for my student and our family, and of course the quality of education my students receive each at their own level through both GATE and intervention sessions. There is so much to love about Valley View!
Submitted by parent on February 23, 2015

My daughter has attended Valley View since she was in 1st grade, she is now in 6th grade, and we have loved it all the way through. The teachers have been awesome and the same goes for the rest of the staff. Office staff, the before and after school programs, and the level of dedication to the children has never been anything less than impressive. I give a very big THANK YOU to all who have taken part in the care and education of our daughter. We will truly miss Valley View and will always look back to the great years spent there.
Submitted by parent on June 19, 2014

My son attended this school until we had to switch schools.. While the office staff was approachable and informative, my son's teacher was a disaster. She was obviously overwhelmed, and was unable to effectively control the class. Her methods of discipline were inconsistent and inappropriate for the age group. Put it this way, after I pulled my son out and put him in another school, he no longer cried every morning about going to school.
Submitted by parent on February 03, 2014

I have one child that attends Valley View and one that has since attended from 1st to 6th grade. This is an amazing school with excellent top notch teachers and a stellar staff. The principal is somewhat new, but has done is doing an amazing job. The PTA is also amazing and offers great variety for all to participate and I just can't say enough, except this school is a hidden gem and we are so blessed to have this opportunity for our children to attend this school. Way to go Dolphins, and "Thank you" PTA for all that you do and are doing.
Submitted by parent on October 27, 2013

My children attend Valley View. Unfortunately, one of my children has been bullied and the new principle or staff have been unable to prevent it. The principal is not very approachable and you have to request appointments weeks in advance. The new PTA (2013-2104) is openly hostile and not open to new ideas. The parents want to be involved, but don't want to deal with the drama. My children's current teachers are wonderful and that is the only reason we are still here.
Submitted by parent on August 24, 2013

My daughter attended Valley View all the way from K to 6th grade. The teachers and staff are excellent. The campus is in a beautiful setting right at the foothills and has the advantage of being the smallest school in the district so it has that private school feel. I feel that Valley View has had excellent programs for the kids and has prepared my daughter well for her future education. There is a very active PTA that enhances the opportunities available at the school. The parents are supportive and all in all it is one of the best schools in the San Gabriel Valley.
Submitted by other on August 22, 2013

great school.... nestled up to the hills in a quiet community. Great teachers and office staff. nice playground with lots of grass.
Submitted by parent on January 29, 2011

I could not be more pleased with this school. Everyone is professional, kind and committed to the students. We love the principal, the office staff , the PTA and our teacher.
Submitted by parent on September 17, 2010

Both my children attend this school. The principal, staff and teachers are all stellar. They all care greatly about the students and it shows. I am so happy that my kids love their school and are doing well because of all the support their receive.