Serving 342 students in grades 5-8, West Valley Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Valley Middle School's student population of 342 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Valley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Valley Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#171 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Valley Middle School's ranking?
West Valley Middle School is ranked #171 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend West Valley Middle School?
342 students attend West Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of West Valley Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Valley Middle School?
West Valley Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Valley Middle School offer ?
West Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Valley Middle School part of?
West Valley Middle School is part of West Valley Elem School District.
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