Serving 725 students in grades 7-8, Rincon Valley 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 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 725 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rincon Valley Middle serves the northeast portion of Santa Rosa, CA, covering an area of approximately 97.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the farthest distance from the school reaching about 10.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rincon Valley Middle School's student population of 725 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
725 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rincon Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rincon Valley Middle School is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#3143 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Columbia Blue, White, and Navy Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rincon Valley Middle School's ranking?
Rincon Valley Middle School is ranked #3143 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rincon Valley Middle School often compared to?
Rincon Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Lake Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rincon Valley Middle School?
725 students attend Rincon Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Rincon Valley Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rincon Valley Middle School?
Rincon Valley Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rincon Valley Middle School offer ?
Rincon Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Rincon Valley Middle School part of?
Rincon Valley Middle School is part of Santa Rosa High School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
RVMS is amazing! There are so many different activities to be involved in and I'm so happy I went to this school! The teachers are great and I like how you get rewards for having good grades...which most of the kids at Rincon have.
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