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Valley Crossing Elementary

9900 Park Crossing, Woodbury, MN 55125

Top 10% School in Minnesota

Ranked 14 of 217 in Minnesota

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About Valley Crossing Elementary

Valley Crossing Elementary School is near Woodbury, Minnesota, and has been rated one of the leading elementary schools in Minnesota for its academic excellence in a supportive atmosphere. It serves K–5 and has 712 students, with 73% proficiency in math and 71% proficiency in reading, showing that there is excellent academic performance at the school. Valley Crossing Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 18:1, which is better than the ratio of the district, and has 40 full-time teachers in the school, who are able to provide each student with individual learning. It has a diverse student population of 41% minorities, 49% females, 51% males, and 14% of students are economically disadvantaged. It offers multi-age classrooms that foster long-term relationships between the teacher and student, and it accepts and maintains a Talent Development program, which provides equitable access for advanced students to advanced learning experiences. The school enhances learning by placing a strong emphasis on social-emotional learning and recognizing the importance of academic and personal growth for success. Valley Crossing Elementary School represents the "best of the best" in terms of innovative school design and quality evidence of success in Minnesota.

Valley Crossing Elementary Contact Information

Address

9900 Park Crossing, Woodbury, MN 55125

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Phone

651 425-7501

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 73%
Reading 71%
State average proficiency is 73% in Math and 71% in Reading.
40
Full-time Teachers
18 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
614
Total Students
TOP 14 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Valley Crossing Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 9:15 AM - 3: 45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 9:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 58.8%
Asian 19%
Hispanic 6%
Black 8.6%
Two+ Races 7.6%
Native Am. 0%
White
58.8%
Asian
19%
Hispanic
6%
Black
8.6%
Two+ Races
7.6%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 614
49%
301 Female
51%
313 Male

Student Population

614 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Valley Crossing Elementary School's website in Woodbury, Minnesota, shares details on state immunization needs and ways to get messages from the school system.

FAQ

Q: What makes Valley Crossing Elementary a good school for my child?

A: Valley Crossing Elementary is a good school because of its hard-working staff, new curriculum, and strong community feel. The school aims to provide a caring place where each student can do well in school and grow as a person.

Q: How do students and teachers communicate at Valley Crossing Elementary?

A: The school uses different ways to keep the lines of communication open. Teachers keep parents updated with newsletters and our website. They also have parent-teacher meetings to talk about how students are doing and address any worries.

Q: What after-school activities does Valley Crossing Elementary offer?

A: The school has many after-school activities, like sports, clubs, and arts programs. These activities help students learn new things and explore interests outside of schoolwork.

Q: What is the school's policy on student safety at Valley Crossing Elementary?

A: Keeping students safe is what matters most to this school. They have a full safety plan with secure entrances, practice drills, and careful staff. The school works with local police to make sure everyone is safe.

Q: How can I volunteer and be involved with the school community at Valley Crossing Elementary?

A: The school like it when parents and community members help out at our school. They can volunteer in classrooms, help with events, or join the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA). Please contact our office to learn how you can help.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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