Serving 508 students in grades 6-8, Valley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Middle School serves the northern part of Grand Forks, ND, covering an area of approximately 37.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Middle School's student population of 508 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
508 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Middle School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#376 out of 449 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.8%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Middle School's ranking?
Valley Middle School is ranked #376 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Valley Middle School often compared to?
Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schroeder Middle School, South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Valley Middle School?
508 students attend Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Valley Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Middle School?
Valley Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Valley Middle School offer ?
Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley Middle School part of?
Valley Middle School is part of Grand Forks 1 School District.
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