Serving 338 students in grades 5-8, West Valley Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Valley Middle School's student population of 338 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Valley Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#246 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
90%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Valley Middle School's ranking?
West Valley Middle School is ranked #246 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend West Valley Middle School?
338 students attend West Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of West Valley Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Valley Middle School?
West Valley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Valley Middle School offer ?
West Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Valley Middle School part of?
West Valley Middle School is part of West Valley Elementary School District.
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