Serving 332 students in grades 6-8, River Valley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
River Valley Middle School's student population of 332 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
River Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Valley Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1627 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
88%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
River Valley School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Valley Middle School's ranking?
River Valley Middle School is ranked #1627 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend River Valley Middle School?
332 students attend River Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of River Valley Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Valley Middle School?
River Valley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does River Valley Middle School offer ?
River Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is River Valley Middle School part of?
River Valley Middle School is part of River Valley School District.
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