Serving 857 students in grades 6-8, River Valley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: River Valley Middle School serves the southwest part of Jeffersonville, IN, covering an area of approximately 24.3 square miles. Most students can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 2.8 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 6.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Valley Middle School's student population of 857 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
857 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We build relationships, and we make sure that each kid feels connected.
School Rankings
River Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Valley Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1178 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Valley Middle School's ranking?
River Valley Middle School is ranked #1178 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are River Valley Middle School often compared to?
River Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkview Middle School, Charlestown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend River Valley Middle School?
857 students attend River Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of River Valley Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Valley Middle School?
River Valley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does River Valley Middle School offer ?
River Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Valley Middle School part of?
River Valley Middle School is part of Greater Clark County Schools.
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