Serving 686 students in grades 6-8, Rockwood Valley Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockwood Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rockwood Valley Middle School's student population of 686 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rockwood Valley Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockwood Valley Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 2092 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
9%
15%
White
76%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockwood Valley Middle School's ranking?
Rockwood Valley Middle School is ranked #132 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Rockwood Valley Middle School?
686 students attend Rockwood Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Rockwood Valley Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockwood Valley Middle School?
Rockwood Valley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rockwood Valley Middle School offer ?
Rockwood Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rockwood Valley Middle School part of?
Rockwood Valley Middle School is part of Rockwood R-VI School District.
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