Serving 324 students in grades 5-8, River Valley Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: River Valley Middle serves the entire Spring Green, WI school district, encompassing approximately 296.1 square miles, with most areas located 15-20 minutes away from the school and an average distance of 10.2 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point from the school is about 13.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Valley Middle School's student population of 324 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
River Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Valley Middle School is 0.12, which is less 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
#768 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
94%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Valley Middle School's ranking?
River Valley Middle School is ranked #768 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend River Valley Middle School?
324 students attend River Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of River Valley Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Valley Middle School?
River Valley Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does River Valley Middle School offer ?
River Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River Valley Middle School part of?
River Valley Middle School is part of River Valley School District.
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