Serving 807 students in grades 6-8, Valley Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 807 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Middle serves the northwest part of Carlsbad, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 11.4 square miles. Families in the zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Valley Middle School's student population of 807 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
807 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1743 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
32%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Middle School's ranking?
Valley Middle School is ranked #1743 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valley Middle School often compared to?
Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calavera Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valley Middle School?
807 students attend Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Valley Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Middle School?
Valley Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley Middle School offer ?
Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Valley Middle School part of?
Valley Middle School is part of Carlsbad Unified School District.
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