The Valley Springs School is a historic school building at 1 School Street in Valley Springs, Arkansas. Now part of a larger school complex, it is a single-story fieldstone structure with a wide south-facing facade, and a gable-on-hip roof. There are two entrance pavilions, marked by steeply-pitched gable projections.
Serving 246 students in grades 5-8, Valley Springs Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Valley Springs Middle School's student population of 246 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley Springs Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Springs Middle School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#91 out of 989 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
96%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Springs Middle School's ranking?
Valley Springs Middle School is ranked #91 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Valley Springs Middle School?
246 students attend Valley Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Valley Springs Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Springs Middle School?
Valley Springs Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Springs Middle School offer ?
Valley Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley Springs Middle School part of?
Valley Springs Middle School is part of Valley Springs School District.
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