Serving 333 students in grades 6-8, Visitacion 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 28% (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 99% 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: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Visitacion Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Visitacion Valley Middle School's student population of 333 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Motto
LOVE: Each and every VVMS student is loved, connected and challenged to take risks.
School Rankings
Visitacion 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 Visitacion Valley Middle School is 0.59, 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
#7935 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
61%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
7%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Visitacion Valley Middle School's ranking?
Visitacion Valley Middle School is ranked #7935 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Visitacion Valley Middle School often compared to?
Visitacion Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Visitacion Valley Middle School?
333 students attend Visitacion Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Visitacion Valley Middle School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Visitacion Valley Middle School?
Visitacion Valley Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Visitacion Valley Middle School offer ?
Visitacion Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Visitacion Valley Middle School part of?
Visitacion Valley Middle School is part of San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Visitacion Valley Middle School located?
Visitacion Valley Middle School is located in the Visitacion Valley neighborhood of San Francisco, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Visitacion Valley.
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