Serving 541 students in grades 6-8, Valleyview Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valleyview Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Valleyview Middle School's student population of 541 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valleyview Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valleyview Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#520 out of 2201 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
16%
33%
Black
3%
15%
White
70%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
31%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valleyview Middle School's ranking?
Valleyview Middle School is ranked #520 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Valleyview Middle School?
541 students attend Valleyview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Valleyview Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valleyview Middle School?
Valleyview Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Valleyview Middle School offer ?
Valleyview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Valleyview Middle School part of?
Valleyview Middle School is part of Denville Township K-8 School District.
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