Serving 282 students in grades 6-12, River Valley Middlehigh School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Valley Middlehigh School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
River Valley Middlehigh School's student population of 282 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Campus Size
30
School Motto
Excellence through Effort
School Rankings
River Valley Middlehigh School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Valley Middlehigh School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1065 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Valley Middlehigh School's ranking?
River Valley Middlehigh School is ranked #1065 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are River Valley Middlehigh School often compared to?
River Valley Middlehigh Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Buffalo Senior High School, Bridgman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of River Valley Middlehigh School?
The graduation rate of River Valley Middlehigh School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend River Valley Middlehigh School?
282 students attend River Valley Middlehigh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of River Valley Middlehigh School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Valley Middlehigh School?
River Valley Middlehigh School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does River Valley Middlehigh School offer ?
River Valley Middlehigh School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Valley Middlehigh School part of?
River Valley Middlehigh School is part of River Valley School District.
School Reviews
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