Valley Park Middle School

1 Main St
Valley Park, MO 63088
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 160 students in grades 6-8, Valley Park Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri 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 Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 160 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Bottom 50% in MO
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Valley Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

Valley Park Middle School's student population of 160 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Valley Park Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Park Middle School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
#1094 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
35-39%
40%
40-44%
43%
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
17%
15%
White
67%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.52
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Valley Park Middle School's ranking?
Valley Park Middle School is ranked #1094 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Valley Park Middle School?
160 students attend Valley Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Valley Park Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Park Middle School?
Valley Park Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Valley Park Middle School offer ?
Valley Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Park Middle School part of?
Valley Park Middle School is part of Valley Park School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 160 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 33%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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