Serving 819 students in grades 6-8, Valley View Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 819 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley View Middle serves the northwest part of Pleasant Hill, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 25.2 square miles. Most families can expect a driving time of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley View Middle School's student population of 819 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
819 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley View Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#3495 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
32%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley View Middle School's ranking?
Valley View Middle School is ranked #3495 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valley View Middle School often compared to?
Valley View Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sequoia Middle School, Pleasant Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valley View Middle School?
819 students attend Valley View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Valley View Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley View Middle School?
Valley View Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley View Middle School offer ?
Valley View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Valley View Middle School part of?
Valley View Middle School is part of MT. Diablo Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Valley View Middle has an excellent academic program. It is a California Distinguished school and it offers CJSF and many Gate program enrichment opportunities. The Administrators are on the ball, keeping up on any discipline. Another highlight is the level of parent involvement. They are always behind projects, campus beautification and fund raisers.
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