Serving 1,131 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 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (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
School Overview
West Valley Middle School's student population of 1,131 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Valley Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Valley Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#203 out of 1721 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
5%
21%
White
78%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
46%
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 #203 out of 1,721 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend West Valley Middle School?
1,131 students attend West Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of West Valley Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Valley Middle School?
West Valley Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, 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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