Serving 839 students in grades 6-8, River Valley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Valley Middle School's student population of 839 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
839 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We build relationships, and we make sure that each kid feels connected.
School Rankings
River Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Valley Middle School is 0.73, 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
#1178 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
18%
13%
White
39%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Valley Middle School's ranking?
River Valley Middle School is ranked #1178 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are River Valley Middle School often compared to?
River Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend River Valley Middle School?
839 students attend River Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of River Valley Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Valley Middle School?
River Valley Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does River Valley Middle School offer ?
River Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is River Valley Middle School part of?
River Valley Middle School is part of Greater Clark County Schools.
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