Serving 1,132 students in grades 6-8, West Valley Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,132 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Valley Middle School's student population of 1,132 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,132 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Valley Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Valley Middle School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#185 out of 1761 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
6%
21%
White
77%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Valley Middle School's ranking?
West Valley Middle School is ranked #185 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are West Valley Middle School often compared to?
West Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farragut Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend West Valley Middle School?
1,132 students attend West Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of West Valley Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Valley Middle School?
West Valley Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Valley Middle School offer ?
West Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Valley Middle School part of?
West Valley Middle School is part of Knox County School District.
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