Valley Springs Middle School

Public 5-8

 7349 School St
       Valley Springs, AR  72682


(870) 429-8100

District: Valley Springs School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
17th of 330 Arkansas Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,177 Help


Students who attend Valley Springs Middle School usually attend:

High:    Valley Springs High School

Feeder schools for Valley Springs Middle School:

Elementary:    Valley Springs Elementary School

Student/teacher ratio:  10.7 Help
Number of students:  235

Racial breakdown:

White:
97.0%
Two or more races:
1.3%
African American:
0.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  43.8% Help


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Compare Details Valley Springs Middle School ranks better than 94.8% of middle schools in Arkansas. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 89.21. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (97%), two or more races (1.3%), African American (0.9%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 43.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Valley Springs Middle School is 10.7. (See more...)
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Compare Valley Springs Middle School employs 21.8 full-time teachers.
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Valley Springs Middle School is $8,177.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Valley Springs Middle School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.
SchoolDigger ranks Valley Springs Middle School 17th of 330 Arkansas public middle schools. (See Valley Springs Middle School in the ranking list.)

Valley Springs School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Valley Springs School District 4th of 250 Arkansas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Valley Springs Middle School

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AR State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2005 90.89 4th 208 98.1%
2006 83.92 14th 206 93.2%
2007 87.30 9th 225 96.0%
2008 90.25 5th 223 97.8%
2009 85.61 12th 240 95.0%
2010 89.68 4th 254 98.4%
2011 93.53 3rd 264 98.9%
2012 91.22 3rd 265 98.9%
2013 87.36 5th 278 98.2%
2014 82.46 18th 280 93.6%
2015 72.46 46th 275 83.3%
2016 86.74 12th 312 96.2%
2017 90.00 14th 315 95.6%
2018 94.71 7th 318 97.8%
2019 93.81 6th 319 98.1%
2021 95.35 6th 330 98.2%
2022 90.75 13th 318 95.9%
2023 89.21 17th 330 94.8%
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Data source: test scores: Arkansas Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Valley Springs Middle School Test Scores
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Data source: Arkansas Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Thursday, March 27, 2014

Open Quote My daughter felt safe and loved by her teachers and friends in middle school. She was also challenged ever day by her studies. Here is a quote from after her second day in 8th grade, "Mom, I can't believe how well my teachers can teach!" I would recommend this school to anyone. Close Quote


Facebook Profile Picture by a student on FaceBook
Monday, July 4, 2011

Open Quote Great teachers, great learning enviorment the picture perfect school!!!!!:) Close Quote



Enrollment information for Valley Springs Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2004 323 0 0 4 0 n/a n/a 0 327
2005 316 1 0 4 0 n/a n/a 0 321
2006 290 1 0 4 0 n/a n/a 0 295
2007 296 2 0 3 1 n/a n/a 0 302
2008 282 2 0 2 1 n/a n/a 0 287
2009 298 1 0 1 1 n/a n/a 0 301
2010 273 1 0 5 3 0 5 0 287
2011 292 1 0 4 2 0 6 0 305
2012 287 0 0 3 2 0 5 0 297
2013 265 1 1 3 1 0 5 0 276
2014 286 2 1 4 1 0 2 0 296
2015 273 1 1 3 1 0 3 0 282
2016 278 0 1 6 0 0 0 0 285
2017 295 1 1 7 1 0 1 0 306
2018 264 1 1 7 3 0 0 0 276
2019 260 0 1 8 3 0 1 0 273
2020 250 1 1 6 2 0 2 0 262
2021 219 1 0 7 0 0 3 0 230
2022 227 1 1 5 0 0 2 0 236
2023 228 2 1 0 1 0 3 0 235

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Valley Springs Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2004 327 21.0 15.6 49.8
2005 321 18.0 17.8 54.2
2006 295 23.0 12.8 43.1
2007 302 34.0 8.9 39.7
2008 287 34.0 8.4 39.7
2009 301 34.0 8.9 45.2
2010 287 33.0 7.7 48.4
2011 305 25.5 11.9 51.8
2012 297 26.4 11.2 44.4
2013 276 25.8 10.6 49.6
2014 296 24.0 12.3 39.9
2015 282 23.0 12.2 47.9
2016 285 22.0 12.9 46.7
2017 306 24.6 12.3 23.5
2018 276 24.5 11.2 20.7
2019 273 23.3 11.6 45.8
2020 262 22.8 11.4 45.8
2021 230 21.0 10.9 45.2
2022 236 22.8 10.3 50.8
2023 235 21.8 10.7 43.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Valley Springs Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2004 327 21.0 15.6 49.8
2005 321 18.0 17.8 54.2
2006 295 23.0 12.8 43.1
2007 302 34.0 8.9 39.7
2008 287 34.0 8.4 39.7
2009 301 34.0 8.9 45.2
2010 287 33.0 7.7 48.4
2011 305 25.5 11.9 51.8
2012 297 26.4 11.2 44.4
2013 276 25.8 10.6 49.6
2014 296 24.0 12.3 39.9
2015 282 23.0 12.2 47.9
2016 285 22.0 12.9 46.7
2017 306 24.6 12.3 23.5
2018 276 24.5 11.2 20.7
2019 273 23.3 11.6 45.8
2020 262 22.8 11.4 45.8
2021 230 21.0 10.9 45.2
2022 236 22.8 10.3 50.8
2023 235 21.8 10.7 43.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Valley Springs Middle School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $958 (11.7%) $7,219 (88.3%) $8,177

Data source: Arkansas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Valley Springs Middle School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 6th of 319 Middle schoolsRanks 17th of 330 Middle schools
 3.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
5th Grade English (Valley Springs Middle School)82.579.7
 2.8%
   5th Grade English (Valley Springs School District)82.579.7
 2.8%
   5th Grade English (Arkansas)73.370.2
 3.1%
5th Grade Math (Valley Springs Middle School)7345.4
 27.6%
   5th Grade Math (Valley Springs School District)7345.4
 27.6%
   5th Grade Math (Arkansas)49.240.7
 8.5%
5th Grade Science (Valley Springs Middle School)60.332.8
 27.5%
   5th Grade Science (Valley Springs School District)60.332.8
 27.5%
   5th Grade Science (Arkansas)40.734.6
 6.1%
5th Grade Reading (Valley Springs Middle School)7351.6
 21.4%
   5th Grade Reading (Valley Springs School District)7351.6
 21.4%
   5th Grade Reading (Arkansas)4136.8
 4.2%
6th Grade English (Valley Springs Middle School)87.390.4
 3.1%
   6th Grade English (Valley Springs School District)87.390.4
 3.1%
   6th Grade English (Arkansas)72.867.6
 5.2%
6th Grade Math (Valley Springs Middle School)79.465
 14.4%
   6th Grade Math (Valley Springs School District)79.465
 14.4%
   6th Grade Math (Arkansas)53.747
 6.7%
6th Grade Science (Valley Springs Middle School)77.866.7
 11.1%
   6th Grade Science (Valley Springs School District)77.866.7
 11.1%
   6th Grade Science (Arkansas)45.840.3
 5.5%
6th Grade Reading (Valley Springs Middle School)6568.2
 3.2%
   6th Grade Reading (Valley Springs School District)6568.2
 3.2%
   6th Grade Reading (Arkansas)43.139
 4.1%
7th Grade English (Valley Springs Middle School)95.973.8
 22.1%
   7th Grade English (Valley Springs School District)95.973.8
 22.1%
   7th Grade English (Arkansas)78.375.1
 3.2%
7th Grade Math (Valley Springs Middle School)80.850
 30.8%
   7th Grade Math (Valley Springs School District)80.850
 30.8%
   7th Grade Math (Arkansas)47.739.6
 8.1%
7th Grade Science (Valley Springs Middle School)75.445.3
 30.1%
   7th Grade Science (Valley Springs School District)75.445.3
 30.1%
   7th Grade Science (Arkansas)4338.5
 4.5%
7th Grade Reading (Valley Springs Middle School)61.647.7
 13.9%
   7th Grade Reading (Valley Springs School District)61.647.7
 13.9%
   7th Grade Reading (Arkansas)39.234.2
 5%
8th Grade English (Valley Springs Middle School)86.886.5
 0.3%
   8th Grade English (Valley Springs School District)86.886.5
 0.3%
   8th Grade English (Arkansas)74.169.2
 4.9%
8th Grade Math (Valley Springs Middle School)66.274.6
 8.4%
   8th Grade Math (Valley Springs School District)66.274.6
 8.4%
   8th Grade Math (Arkansas)47.737.9
 9.8%
8th Grade Science (Valley Springs Middle School)64.764.4
 0.3%
   8th Grade Science (Valley Springs School District)64.764.4
 0.3%
   8th Grade Science (Arkansas)42.536.1
 6.4%
8th Grade Reading (Valley Springs Middle School)69.169.5
 0.4%
   8th Grade Reading (Valley Springs School District)69.169.5
 0.4%
   8th Grade Reading (Arkansas)53.150.8
 2.3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students273235
 13.9%
African American02
American Indian31
 66.7%
Asian11
Hispanic80
 100%
Pacific Islander00
White260228
 12.3%
Two or More Races13
 200%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients45.8%43.8%
 2%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Valley Springs Middle School

In the 2022-23 school year, 235 students attended Valley Springs Middle School.

Students at Valley Springs Middle School are 97% White, 1% Two or more races.

Yes. Valley Springs Middle School ranks in the top 5.2% of Arkansas middle schools.

Students who attend Valley Springs Middle School usually go on to attend Valley Springs High School


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Arkansas State Board of Education. Attendance Areas provided by ATTOM.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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