| Metric | Valley View Community Unit School District 365U | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 15,187 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 20 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $21,451/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley View Community Unit School District 365U (this district) | 6/10 | 56th | 15,187 |
| Lemont Township High School District 210 | 10/10 | 94th | 1,324 |
| Lockport Township High School District 205 | 8/10 | 74th | 3,872 |
| Thornton Fractional Township High School District 215 | 1/10 | 4th | 3,310 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 763 rated districts in IL → 56th percentile → 6/10.
Source: Illinois State Board of Education IAR, grades 3–8 ELA & Math Proficiency Rate, 2023–24 school year. Full methodology →
About Valley View Community Unit School District 365U
Valley View Community Unit School District 365U is the public school district assigned to zip code 60440 in Valley View, Illinois. Serving students from Pre-K–12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 60440. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Valley View Community Unit School District 365U spent $21,451 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 25% above Illinois’s statewide $17,100 estimate.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 20 schools serving approximately 15,187 students, Valley View Community Unit School District 365U is a large district. Contact Valley View Community Unit School District 365U to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), Valley View Community Unit School District 365U ranks among Illinois’s above-average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Illinois’ IAR (Illinois Assessment of Readiness) grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2023–24 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Illinois is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Valley View Community Unit School District 365U falls near the middle of Illinois on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 60440
Children in zip code 60440 are assigned to Valley View Community Unit School District 365U for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 60440, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Valley View Community Unit School District 365U at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Illinois districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Valley View
For families considering a purchase in the Valley View area, district assignment matters financially. Because Valley View Community Unit School District 365U serves zip code 60440, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 60440 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Illinois, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Valley View Community Unit School District 365U programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 60440.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Valley View Community Unit School District 365U before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 60440 data.