Serving 143 students in grades 6-8, South Valley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Valley Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Platteville, CO school district, encompassing approximately 180.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 15 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Valley Middle School's student population of 143 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
143 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Valley Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1220 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
63%
37%
White
34%
49%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Valley Vikings
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Valley Middle School's ranking?
South Valley Middle School is ranked #1220 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend South Valley Middle School?
143 students attend South Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of South Valley Middle School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Valley Middle School?
South Valley Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Valley Middle School offer ?
South Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Valley Middle School part of?
South Valley Middle School is part of Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-1.
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