Serving 118 students in grades 7-8, Valley Rivers Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 15% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Rivers Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Fort Kent, ME, spanning approximately 253.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 10.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Rivers Middle School's student population of 118 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
118 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
School Rankings
Valley Rivers Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Rivers Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.28. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#237 out of 500 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
White
92%
85%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
28.5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Rivers Middle School's ranking?
Valley Rivers Middle School is ranked #237 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maine.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Valley Rivers Middle School?
118 students attend Valley Rivers Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Valley Rivers Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Rivers Middle School?
Valley Rivers Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Valley Rivers Middle School offer ?
Valley Rivers Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Rivers Middle School part of?
Valley Rivers Middle School is part of MSAD 27 School District.
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