Serving 259 students in grades 5-8, Valders Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valders Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Valders school district, covering approximately 116.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valders Middle School's student population of 259 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
259 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valders Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valders Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1025 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valders Middle School's ranking?
Valders Middle School is ranked #1025 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Valders Middle School often compared to?
Valders Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mishicot Middle School, Wilson Middle School, Valders Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Valders Middle School?
259 students attend Valders Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Valders Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valders Middle School?
Valders Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valders Middle School offer ?
Valders Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valders Middle School part of?
Valders Middle School is part of Valders Area School District.
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