Serving 872 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 21% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 872 students
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
River Valley Middle School's student population of 872 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
872 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Valley Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1315 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
14%
Black
19%
13%
White
41%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1315 out of 1,755 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend River Valley Middle School?
872 students attend River Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of River Valley Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does River Valley Middle School offer ?
River Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is River Valley Middle School part of?
River Valley Middle School is part of Greater Clark County Schools School District.
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