Serving 265 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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: River Valley Middle/High School serves the northwest part of the Three Oaks, MI school district, covering an area of approximately 81.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 11 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
River Valley Middlehigh School's student population of 265 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
30 acres
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 0.29, which is less 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
#1065 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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 81.8%.
How many students attend River Valley Middlehigh School?
265 students attend River Valley Middlehigh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of River Valley Middlehigh School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
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 16:1.
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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