Serving 314 students in grades 5-8, Southeast Valley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Southeast Webster-Grand Southeast Valley Middle serves the southeast part of Burnside, IA, covering an area of approximately 221.6 square miles. Most students live within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 17.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southeast Valley Middle School's student population of 314 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
314 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southeast Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southeast Valley Middle School is 0.13, which is less 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
#823 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeast Valley Middle School's ranking?
Southeast Valley Middle School is ranked #823 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Southeast Valley Middle School?
314 students attend Southeast Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Southeast Valley Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeast Valley Middle School?
Southeast Valley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Southeast Valley Middle School offer ?
Southeast Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southeast Valley Middle School part of?
Southeast Valley Middle School is part of Southeast Valley Community School District.
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