Serving 483 students in grades 6-8, Woodlake Valley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodlake Valley Middle serves the entire district of Woodlake, CA, covering an area of approximately 153.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Woodlake Valley Middle School's student population of 483 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
483 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission at Woodlake Valley Middle School is to establish a community of learners who share a sense of belonging in a friendly, safe and supportive environment.
School Rankings
Woodlake Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodlake Valley Middle School is 0.15, which is less 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
#8235 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodlake Valley Middle School's ranking?
Woodlake Valley Middle School is ranked #8235 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Woodlake Valley Middle School?
483 students attend Woodlake Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Woodlake Valley Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodlake Valley Middle School?
Woodlake Valley Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Woodlake Valley Middle School offer ?
Woodlake Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Woodlake Valley Middle School part of?
Woodlake Valley Middle School is part of Woodlake Unified School District.
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