Valley View Middle School

181 Viking Dr.
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 732 students in grades 6-8, Valley View Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 732 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Top 50% in CA
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Valley View Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

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School Overview

Valley View Middle School's student population of 732 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
732 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
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School Rankings

Valley View Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (CA)
#1502 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
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44%
34%
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51%
49%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
13%
12%
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Hispanic
37%
56%
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Black
2%
5%
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White
31%
21%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
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Two or more races
17%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.73
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Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Valley View Middle School's ranking?
Valley View Middle School is ranked #1502 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valley View Middle School often compared to?
Valley View Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sequoia Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Valley View Middle School?
732 students attend Valley View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Valley View Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley View Middle School?
Valley View Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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 MT. Diablo Unified School District.

School Reviews

5   11/23/2009
Valley View Middle has an excellent academic program. It is a California Distinguished school and it offers CJSF and many Gate program enrichment opportunities. The Administrators are on the ball, keeping up on any discipline. Another highlight is the level of parent involvement. They are always behind projects, campus beautification and fund raisers.
- Posted by Parent - luvfl

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 732 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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