Serving 281 students in grades 5-8, Arcadia Valley 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 43% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arcadia Valley Middle's attendance zone is located in Ironton, MO, covering an area of approximately 159.1 square miles and encompassing the entire school district. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.7 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arcadia Valley Middle School's student population of 281 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arcadia Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arcadia Valley Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#880 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tradition • Pride • Character
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arcadia Valley Middle School's ranking?
Arcadia Valley Middle School is ranked #880 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Arcadia Valley Middle School often compared to?
Arcadia Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belleview Elementary School, West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Arcadia Valley Middle School?
281 students attend Arcadia Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Arcadia Valley Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arcadia Valley Middle School?
Arcadia Valley Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arcadia Valley Middle School offer ?
Arcadia Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arcadia Valley Middle School part of?
Arcadia Valley Middle School is part of Arcadia Valley R-II School District.
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