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Valley Middle
Middle School · WEST LAS VEGAS
PO BOX 519, Ribera, NM 87560
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Valley Middle
Valley Middle is a public middle school in Ribera, NM, part of the WEST LAS VEGAS. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 9.3:1. Students demonstrate 8% proficiency in math and 32% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $28,801, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 28 students, Valley Middle is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.3:1, Valley Middle offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Valley Middle may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Address
- PO BOX 519, Ribera, NM 87560
- Phone
- (505) 426-2311
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 5% (2019) to 10% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 34.5% (2019) to 30% (2022).
Location
PO BOX 519, Ribera, NM 87560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MEMORIAL MIDDLE (rated 7.1/10, 23.2 miles away, in nearby Las Vegas). Another option is ANTON CHICO MIDDLE (rated 6.9/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Anton Chico). Additionally, WEST LAS VEGAS MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 22.2 miles away, in nearby Las Vegas). For more schools in Ribera, see our Ribera schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY ELEMENTARY Ribera | 0.0 mi | 8.0 |
| RITA A. MARQUEZ ELEMENTARY Anton Chico | 18.2 mi | 9.3 |
| ANTON CHICO MIDDLE Anton Chico | 19.2 mi | 6.9 |
| UNION ELEMENTARY Las Vegas | 21.7 mi | 4.8 |
| TONY SERNA JR. ELEMENTARY Las Vegas | 22.1 mi | 4.8 |
| LUIS E. ARMIJO ELEMENTARY Las Vegas | 22.4 mi | 6.3 |
| DON CECILIO MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY Las Vegas | 22.3 mi | 7.0 |
| RIO GALLINAS SCHOOL Las Vegas | 22.4 mi | 6.5 |
| WEST LAS VEGAS MIDDLE SCHOOL Las Vegas | 22.2 mi | 6.6 |
| WLV FAMILY PARTNERSHIP Las Vegas | 22.3 mi | 8.1 |
| WEST LAS VEGAS HIGH SCHOOL Las Vegas | 22.4 mi | 5.6 |
| MEMORIAL MIDDLE Las Vegas | 23.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ROBERTSON HIGH Las Vegas | 23.2 mi | 6.8 |
| PECOS ELEMENTARY Pecos | 23.0 mi | 4.8 |
| PECOS MIDDLE Pecos | 23.2 mi | 5.0 |
| PECOS HIGH Pecos | 23.2 mi | 2.6 |
| UNITED WORLD COLLEGE Montezuma | 25.0 mi | 7.8 |
| THE ARMAND HAMMER UNITED WORLD COLLEGE Montezuma | 25.0 mi | 8.0 |
| LOS NINOS ELEMENTARY Las Vegas | 24.2 mi | 6.7 |
| SIERRA VISTA ELEMENTARY Las Vegas | 24.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$28,801
Median Home Value
$98,500
Median Rent
$943/mo
Population
1,804
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
79.6%
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
44.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Valley Middle has a median household income of $28,801. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $98,500, with a median rent of $943/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.0%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANIMAS MIDDLE Animas, NM | — |
| CORONADO MIDDLE Gallina, NM | — |
| DISCOVER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Farmington, NM | — |
| LAKE ARTHUR MIDDLE Lake Arthur, NM | — |
| MAXWELL MIDDLE Maxwell, NM | — |
| DEL RIO ACADEMY Los Lunas, NM | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley Middle
What grades does Valley Middle serve?
Valley Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Valley Middle?
Valley Middle has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley Middle is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Valley Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Valley Middle has 7.5% math proficiency and 32.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Valley Middle a charter school?
No, Valley Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley Middle a Title I school?
No, Valley Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley Middle?
100.0% of students at Valley Middle 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
- 28
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- San Miguel County
- Phone
- (505) 426-2311
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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District
WEST LAS VEGAS- District Enrollment
- 1,576
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,994
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