Excellent
#57 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 4% in state
Moc-floyd Valley Middle School
Middle School · MOC-Floyd Valley Comm School District
1104 5th Ave, Alton, IA 51003
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#57 of 1,280
In district
#2 of 3
MOC-Floyd Valley Comm School District
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Moc-floyd Valley Middle School
Moc-floyd Valley Middle School is a public middle school in Alton, IA, part of MOC-Floyd Valley Comm School District. Moc-floyd Valley Middle School serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Moc-floyd Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #57 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Moc-floyd Valley Middle School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- IA avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Moc-floyd Valley Middle School — Students at Moc-floyd Valley Middle School score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 81%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
24.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Moc-floyd Valley Middle School Compares
See how Moc-floyd Valley Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1104 5th Ave, Alton, IA 51003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Moc-floyd Valley Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sioux Center Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Sioux Center), a more accessible option. Additionally, Remsen-Union Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Remsen), a more accessible option. For more schools in Alton, see our Alton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SPALDING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alton | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| SPAULDING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Alton | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| MOC-Floyd Valley Elementary School Orange City | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| MOC-Floyd Valley High School Orange City | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| ORANGE CITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orange City | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| UNITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Orange City | 3.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Kinsey Elementary School Sioux Center | 9.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Sioux Center High School Sioux Center | 10.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Sioux Center Middle School Sioux Center | 10.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Sioux Center Intermediate School Sioux Center | 10.4 mi | 8.4 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Remsen | 12.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Remsen-Union Elementary School Remsen | 12.7 mi | 9.4 |
| Remsen-Union Middle School Remsen | 12.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Boyden-Hull Elementary School Boyden | 13.9 mi | 7.8 |
| HULL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hull | 15.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Boyden-Hull High School Hull | 15.1 mi | 7.5 |
| WESTERN CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Hull | 15.4 mi | 6.1 |
| HULL PROTESTANT REFORMED CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hull | 15.3 mi | 3.8 |
| GEHLEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Le Mars | 15.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sheldon | 15.3 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 51003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,909
Median Home Value
$226,300
Median Rent
$750/mo
Population
1,815
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
88%
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Forest City Middle School Forest City, IA | 8.8 |
| Alta-Aurelia Middle School Aurelia, IA | 9.0 |
| Center Point-Urbana Middle School Center Point, IA | 8.6 |
| Central DeWitt Intermediate School Dewitt, IA | 8.6 |
| Decorah Middle School Decorah, IA | 8.6 |
| New Hampton Middle School New Hampton, IA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moc-floyd Valley Middle School
What grades does Moc-floyd Valley Middle School serve?
Moc-floyd Valley Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Moc-floyd Valley Middle School?
Moc-floyd Valley Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moc-floyd Valley Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Moc-floyd Valley Middle School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Moc-floyd Valley Middle School rank in IA?
Moc-floyd Valley Middle School ranks #57 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Moc-floyd Valley Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Moc-floyd Valley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Moc-floyd Valley Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Moc-floyd Valley Middle School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Moc-floyd Valley Middle School a charter school?
No, Moc-floyd Valley Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Moc-floyd Valley Middle School a Title I school?
No, Moc-floyd Valley Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moc-floyd Valley Middle School?
24.4% of students at Moc-floyd Valley Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 24.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Sioux County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.9%
- Phone
- (712) 756-4128
Resources & Links
District
MOC-Floyd Valley Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 1,544
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,790
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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