Serving 178 students in grades 6-8, Valley Park Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley Park Middle School's student population of 178 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Park Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Park Middle School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#877 out of 2092 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
21%
15%
White
58%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Park Middle School's ranking?
Valley Park Middle School is ranked #877 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Valley Park Middle School?
178 students attend Valley Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Valley Park Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Park Middle School?
Valley Park Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Park Middle School offer ?
Valley Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Valley Park Middle School part of?
Valley Park Middle School is part of Valley Park School District.
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