Serving 909 students in grades 6-8, Sun Valley Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 909 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sun Valley Middle serves the west part of Indian Trail, NC, covering an area of approximately 25 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sun Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sun Valley Middle School's student population of 909 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
909 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Sun Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sun Valley Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1069 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)53%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
23%
22%
Black
20%
24%
White
49%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sun Valley Middle School's ranking?
Sun Valley Middle School is ranked #1069 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sun Valley Middle School often compared to?
Sun Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piedmont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sun Valley Middle School?
909 students attend Sun Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Sun Valley Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sun Valley Middle School?
Sun Valley Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sun Valley Middle School offer ?
Sun Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sun Valley Middle School part of?
Sun Valley Middle School is part of Union County School District.
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