Serving 992 students in grades 6-8, Valley View Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 992 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley View Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Valley View Middle School's student population of 992 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
992 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley View Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#55 out of 1734 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
13%
12%
White
66%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Middle School's ranking?
Valley View Middle School is ranked #55 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Valley View Middle School?
992 students attend Valley View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Valley View Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley View Middle School?
Valley View Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley View Middle School offer ?
Valley View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Valley View Middle School part of?
Valley View Middle School is part of Edina Public School District.
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