Serving 194 students in grades 6-8, Rock Valley Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Rock Valley Middle School's student population of 194 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 166% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rock Valley Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Valley Middle School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#177 out of 1233 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
40%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
58%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Valley Middle School's ranking?
Rock Valley Middle School is ranked #177 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Rock Valley Middle School?
194 students attend Rock Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Rock Valley Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rock Valley Middle School?
Rock Valley Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rock Valley Middle School offer ?
Rock Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Valley Middle School part of?
Rock Valley Middle School is part of Rock Valley Comm School District.
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