Serving 245 students in grades 6-8, Valley Charter 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Charter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Valley Charter Middle School's student population of 245 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Rankings
Valley Charter 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 Valley Charter Middle School is 0.37, 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
#5599 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Charter Middle School's ranking?
Valley Charter Middle School is ranked #5599 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Valley Charter Middle School often compared to?
Valley Charter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gledhill Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Valley Charter Middle School?
245 students attend Valley Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Valley Charter Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Charter Middle School?
Valley Charter Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Valley Charter Middle School offer ?
Valley Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Valley Charter Middle School part of?
Valley Charter Middle School is part of Valley Charter Middle School District.
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