Serving 337 students in grades 6-8, Moc-floyd Valley Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: MOC-Floyd Valley Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Alton, IA, covering approximately 231.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being 8.9 miles and the furthest edge located 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moc-floyd Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Moc-floyd Valley Middle School's student population of 337 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
337 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
FOSTERING LEARNING, EXCELLENCE AND CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY
School Rankings
Moc-floyd Valley Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moc-floyd Valley Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#81 out of 1223 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moc-floyd Valley Middle School's ranking?
Moc-floyd Valley Middle School is ranked #81 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Moc-floyd Valley Middle School often compared to?
Moc-floyd Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sioux Center Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Moc-floyd Valley Middle School?
337 students attend Moc-floyd Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Moc-floyd Valley Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moc-floyd Valley Middle School?
Moc-floyd Valley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Moc-floyd Valley Middle School offer ?
Moc-floyd Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moc-floyd Valley Middle School part of?
Moc-floyd Valley Middle School is part of MOC-Floyd Valley Comm School District.
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