Serving 528 students in grades 6-8, Valleywood Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valleywood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Valleywood Middle School's student population of 528 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Mascot
Falcons
School Rankings
Valleywood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valleywood Middle School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2308 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
23%
9%
Black
36%
18%
White
18%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valleywood Middle School's ranking?
Valleywood Middle School is ranked #2308 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Valleywood Middle School often compared to?
Valleywood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinewood Middle School, Crestwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Valleywood Middle School?
528 students attend Valleywood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Valleywood Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valleywood Middle School?
Valleywood Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valleywood Middle School offer ?
Valleywood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valleywood Middle School part of?
Valleywood Middle School is part of Kentwood School District.
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