Serving 338 students in grades 5-8, West Valley Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 43% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
West Valley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Valley Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
West Valley Middle School is ranked #246 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
338 students attend West Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of West Valley Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 15:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Valley Middle School part of?
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
