Valley View Middle School

8900 Portland Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55420
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 622 students in grades 6-8, Valley View Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 622 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : Bottom 50% in MN
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Valley View Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:

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School Overview

Valley View Middle School's student population of 622 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers

School Rankings

Valley View Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley View Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#1510 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25%
45%
33%
51%
11%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
44%
12%
Black
22%
12%
White
19%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.72
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Valley View Middle School's ranking?
Valley View Middle School is ranked #1510 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Valley View Middle School often compared to?
Valley View Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olson Middle School, Oak Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Valley View Middle School?
622 students attend Valley View Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Valley View Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley View Middle School?
Valley View Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley View Middle School offer ?
Valley View Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley View Middle School part of?
Valley View Middle School is part of Bloomington Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Valley View Middle School located?
Valley View Middle School is located in the East Bloomington neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in East Bloomington.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 622 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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