Serving 372 students in grades 5-8, West Valley Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Valley Middle School's student population of 372 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
372 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Valley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Valley Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#202 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
87%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Valley Middle School's ranking?
West Valley Middle School is ranked #202 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend West Valley Middle School?
372 students attend West Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of West Valley Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Valley Middle School?
West Valley Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Valley Middle School offer ?
West Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Valley Middle School part of?
West Valley Middle School is part of West Valley Elementary School District.
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