Serving 137 students in grades 6-8, Valley Mills J High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Mills J H's attendance zone encompasses the entire Valley Mills school district, covering approximately 176.7 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of about 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum reach of 14 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Mills J High School's student population of 137 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
137 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2023
School Rankings
Valley Mills J High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Mills J High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4037 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Mills J High School's ranking?
Valley Mills J High School is ranked #4037 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Valley Mills J High School?
137 students attend Valley Mills J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Valley Mills J High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Mills J High School?
Valley Mills J High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley Mills J High School offer ?
Valley Mills J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Valley Mills J High School part of?
Valley Mills J High School is part of Valley Mills Independent School District.
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