Serving 195 students in grades 6-8, Rock Valley Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rock Valley Middle School's student population of 195 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 233% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
195 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Rock Valley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rock Valley Middle School is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#255 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
38%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
60%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Valley Middle School's ranking?
Rock Valley Middle School is ranked #255 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Rock Valley Middle School?
195 students attend Rock Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Rock Valley Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Valley Middle School?
Rock Valley Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rock Valley Middle School offer ?
Rock Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rock Valley Middle School part of?
Rock Valley Middle School is part of Rock Valley Comm School District.
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