Serving 778 students in grades 6-8, Valley Center Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Center Middle School's student population of 778 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
778 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Valley Center Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Center Middle School is 0.56, 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
#8025 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Center Middle School's ranking?
Valley Center Middle School is ranked #8025 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valley Center Middle School often compared to?
Valley Center Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rancho Del Rey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valley Center Middle School?
778 students attend Valley Center Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Valley Center Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Center Middle School?
Valley Center Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley Center Middle School offer ?
Valley Center Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Valley Center Middle School part of?
Valley Center Middle School is part of Valley Center-Pauma Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 7/23/2011
I attended this school and was severely bullied. Including phone calls from the granddaughter of a teacher saying I should kill myself and was punished by the staff for reporting it. From what I hear it has not changed. Protect the staff not the children
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