Serving 930 students in grades 7-8, Valley Oak 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 930 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Oak Middle School's student population of 930 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
930 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley Oak Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Oak Middle School is 0.39, 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
#6267 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Oak Middle School's ranking?
Valley Oak Middle School is ranked #6267 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valley Oak Middle School?
930 students attend Valley Oak Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Valley Oak Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Oak Middle School?
Valley Oak Middle School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley Oak Middle School offer ?
Valley Oak Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Valley Oak Middle School part of?
Valley Oak Middle School is part of Visalia Unified School District.
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