Very Good
#420 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 17% in state
Valleyview Middle School
Middle School · Denville Township K-8 School District
320 DIAMOND SPRING ROAD, Denville, NJ 07834
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#420 of 2,466
In Denville
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Denville Township K-8 School District
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Valleyview Middle School
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About Valleyview Middle School
Valleyview Middle School is a public middle school in Denville, NJ, part of Denville Township K-8 School District. Valleyview Middle School serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Valleyview Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #420 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Valleyview Middle School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Valleyview Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Valleyview Middle School — Students at Valleyview Middle School score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 42 test records from NJ 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: 7.3/10.
How Valleyview Middle School Compares
See how Valleyview Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
320 DIAMOND SPRING ROAD, Denville, NJ 07834
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valleyview Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Briarcliff Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Mountain Lakes), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Thomas Jefferson Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Rockaway), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Denville, see our Denville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07834 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,644
Median Home Value
$552,300
Median Rent
$1,707/mo
Population
18,203
College Educated
61.6%
Homeownership
85.8%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
41.6
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brookside School Allendale, NJ | 7.9 |
| Buzz Aldrin Middle School Upper Montclair, NJ | 7.9 |
| Clifton T. Barkalow School Freehold, NJ | 7.9 |
| Collingswood Middle School Collingswood, NJ | 7.9 |
| Lincoln Park Middle School Lincoln Park, NJ | 7.9 |
| Manchester Township Middle School Manchester, NJ | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valleyview Middle School
What grades does Valleyview Middle School serve?
Valleyview Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Valleyview Middle School?
Valleyview Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valleyview Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valleyview Middle School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valleyview Middle School rank in NJ?
Valleyview Middle School ranks #420 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Valleyview Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valleyview Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Valleyview Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valleyview Middle School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Valleyview Middle School a charter school?
No, Valleyview Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valleyview Middle School a Title I school?
No, Valleyview Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valleyview Middle School?
4.5% of students at Valleyview 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 539
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Morris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.8%
- Phone
- (973) 983-6535
Resources & Links
District
Denville Township K-8 School District- District Enrollment
- 1,700
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,662
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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