Serving 281 students in grades 5-8, Valley View Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley View Middle School's student population of 281 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley View Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6349 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
38%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
57%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Middle School's ranking?
Valley View Middle School is ranked #6349 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Valley View Middle School?
281 students attend Valley View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Valley View Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley View Middle School?
Valley View Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley View Middle School offer ?
Valley View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Valley View Middle School part of?
Valley View Middle School is part of Valley View Independent School District.
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