School Overview
Valley High School, located in West Des Moines, Iowa, serves as the primary comprehensive high school for the West Des Moines Community School District. It is one of the largest high schools in the state, known for offering an extensive academic curriculum that includes a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, concurrent enrollment opportunities with local colleges, and diverse vocational-technical programs. The school places a strong emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, military service, or the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Valley High School maintains a highly active extracurricular culture, boasting a wide array of athletic programs, performing arts groups, and student-led clubs. The school is frequently recognized for its competitive spirit in sports and its prestigious music and theater departments. With its sprawling campus, commitment to community engagement, and a wide variety of resources, Valley High aims to foster a supportive and inclusive environment that encourages students to develop their individual talents while contributing to the broader West Des Moines community.
2,152
Total Students
120.1
Full-Time Teachers
17.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
68.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Valley High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,306
Hispanic392
Black227
Asian112
Two or More109
American Indian3
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    1,306 (60.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    392 (18.2 %)
  • Black
    227 (10.6 %)
  • Asian
    112 (5.2 %)
  • Two or More
    109 (5.1 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: West Des Moines Comm School District
Phone: (515)633-4000
Website: http://www.wdmcs.org/valley/
Grade Range: 10th - 12th
Total Students: 2,152
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 120.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,227
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 254
Grades Taught
Grade 10 777
Grade 11 691
Grade 12 684

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Valley High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 10777
Grade 11691
Grade 12684
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Valley High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,05749.1%
Male1,09450.8%
Not Specified10.1%
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