Serving 505 students in grades 6-8, Valleywood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valleywood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Valleywood Middle School's student population of 505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valleywood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valleywood Middle School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2290 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
21%
9%
Black
34%
18%
White
23%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valleywood Middle School's ranking?
Valleywood Middle School is ranked #2290 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Valleywood Middle School often compared to?
Valleywood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinewood Middle School, Crestwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Valleywood Middle School?
505 students attend Valleywood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Valleywood Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valleywood Middle School?
Valleywood Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valleywood Middle School offer ?
Valleywood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Valleywood Middle School part of?
Valleywood Middle School is part of Kentwood Public Schools School District.
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