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 (26-27)
- 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's attendance zone encompasses the entire Spring Green school district, covering approximately 296.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.2 miles and the furthest edge located 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
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)18.5%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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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