Serving 1,090 students in grades 6-8, Valley Middle School Of Stem ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota 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 Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,090 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Middle serves the west part of the Saint Paul, MN school district, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Middle School Of Stem's student population of 1,090 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,090 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
40 acres
School Rankings
Valley Middle School Of Stem ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Middle School Of Stem is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1207 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Middle School Of Stem's ranking?
Valley Middle School Of Stem is ranked #1207 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Valley Middle School Of Stem often compared to?
Valley Middle School Of Stemis often viewed alongside schools like Falcon Ridge Middle School, Scott Highlands Middle 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 46% MN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Valley Middle School Of Stem?
1,090 students attend Valley Middle School Of Stem.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Valley Middle School Of Stem students are White, 23% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Middle School Of Stem?
Valley Middle School Of Stem has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Middle School Of Stem offer ?
Valley Middle School Of Stem offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Middle School Of Stem part of?
Valley Middle School Of Stem is part of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District.
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