Serving 179 students in grades 6-8, Rock Valley Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 45:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 45:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Rock Valley Middle School's student population of 179 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rock Valley Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Valley Middle School is 0.48, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#128 out of 1221 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
45:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
36%
12%
Black
1%
7%
White
63%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Valley Middle School's ranking?
Rock Valley Middle School is ranked #128 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Rock Valley Middle School?
179 students attend Rock Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Rock Valley Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rock Valley Middle School?
Rock Valley Middle School has a student ration of 45:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rock Valley Middle School offer ?
Rock Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Valley Middle School part of?
Rock Valley Middle School is part of Rock Valley Comm School District.
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