Serving 156 students in grades 5-8, Valentine Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valentine Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Valentine Middle School's student population of 156 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valentine Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valentine Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#282 out of 902 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
11%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
1%
7%
White
65%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valentine Middle School's ranking?
Valentine Middle School is ranked #282 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Valentine Middle School?
156 students attend Valentine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Valentine Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valentine Middle School?
Valentine Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Valentine Middle School offer ?
Valentine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Valentine Middle School part of?
Valentine Middle School is part of Valentine Community Schools School District.
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