Serving 654 students in grades 5-8, Valley Springs Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Springs Middle serves the southern part of Arden, NC, covering an area of approximately 45.7 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge being about 6.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Springs Middle School's student population of 654 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
654 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1919
School Rankings
Valley Springs Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Springs Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#963 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Springs Middle School's ranking?
Valley Springs Middle School is ranked #963 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Valley Springs Middle School often compared to?
Valley Springs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cane Creek Middle School, Koontz Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Valley Springs Middle School?
654 students attend Valley Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Valley Springs Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Springs Middle School?
Valley Springs Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Valley Springs Middle School offer ?
Valley Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Springs Middle School part of?
Valley Springs Middle School is part of Buncombe County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Valley Springs Middle School is amazing. It offers really fun sports such as cross country, volleyball, soccer, and more... It is a very safe school and I really have learned a lot by going here. Valley Springs also provides drama club, Junior Honor Socitey, Student Council and again more! i love Valley Springs sooo sooo soooo much and I recomend this school greatley:)
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