Serving 1,090 students in grades 6-8, Valley Middle School Of Stem 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 36% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,090 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Middle School Of Stem ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Valley Middle School Of Stem's student population of 1,090 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,090 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
40 acres
School Rankings
Valley Middle School Of Stem ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Middle School Of Stem is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1207 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
19%
12%
Black
23%
12%
White
41%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Middle School Of Stem's ranking?
Valley Middle School Of Stem is ranked #1207 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Valley Middle School Of Stem often compared to?
Valley Middle School Of Stemis often viewed alongside schools like Falcon Ridge Middle School, Scott Highlands Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Valley Middle School Of Stem?
1,090 students attend Valley Middle School Of Stem.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Valley Middle School Of Stem students are White, 23% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% 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 Middle School Of Stem?
Valley Middle School Of Stem has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Middle School Of Stem offer ?
Valley Middle School Of Stem offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Middle School Of Stem part of?
Valley Middle School Of Stem is part of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District.
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