Valley High School
#11
Best ACT in Iowa High Schools
2,152
Students
17.9:1
S:T Ratio
School Snapshot
Key metrics at a glance1,320
A
26
A-
24
A+
18%
C
18:1
B
95%
A+
72%
A-
67%
B+
This Week at Valley – July 26, 2026
289 students practicing on Varsity Tutors
Academic Resources
Typical courses and practice resources for students at Valley High School
Standardized Test Dates
Upcoming national, state, and school calendar dates that affect students at Valley High School.
National Tests
August 7, 2026
SAT — National
August 11, 2026
SAT — National
August 14, 2026
ACT — National
August 22, 2026
SAT — National
August 28, 2026
SAT — National
September 1, 2026
ACT — National
State Assessments
September 14, 2026 – October 30, 2026
Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) — Phase 1
November 2, 2026 – December 18, 2026
Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) — Phase 2
February 1, 2027 – March 26, 2027
Alt ELPA Summative
February 1, 2027 – March 26, 2027
Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) — Spring Phase 1
February 1, 2027 – March 26, 2027
ELPA21 Summative
March 29, 2027 – May 21, 2027
Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) — Spring Phase 2
After Valley High
Where graduates go and what they studyUniversity of Iowa
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University of Chicago
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Business
Psychology
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Pre-Medicine Studies
Nursing
Computer Science
Finance
Political Science and Government
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