Serving 206 students in grades 9-12, Valley Mills High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Mills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Valley Mills High School's student population of 206 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Mascot
Eagle
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
206 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Valley Mills High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Mills High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3664 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
63%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Mills High School's ranking?
Valley Mills High School is ranked #3664 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Valley Mills High School often compared to?
Valley Mills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clifton High School, Meridian High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Mills High School?
The graduation rate of Valley Mills High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Valley Mills High School?
206 students attend Valley Mills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Valley Mills High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Mills High School?
Valley Mills High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley Mills High School offer ?
Valley Mills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Valley Mills High School part of?
Valley Mills High School is part of Valley Mills Independent School District.
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