Colt Pride runs strong at Deer Valley Middle School, a public school for grades 7-8. The school strives to remove limits so learners can become leaders. As a member of the Deer Valley Unified School District, the core curriculum centers on science, mathematics, language arts, and social studies. Various electives complement learning by expanding the student’s understanding of the community. A Social-Emotional program educates students and their families about mental wellness throughout school life. A Safe Schools plan is in place district-wide to create a positive and safe environment for all students to attend. Gifted Programs are available for accelerated learners. Special Education is onsite.
Competitive sports are central to campus life. Both boys' and girls' sports meet seasonally throughout the school year to enhance the body and mind. Art club includes crafts and painting, Student Government enhances student life, and the National Junior Honor Society celebrates academic excellence and prepares students for high school. Clubs aid in learning for the more hands-on students. The Deer Valley Unified School District maintains a continuous improvement plan and parents are encouraged to provide feedback on how to make the community space of Deer Valley Middle School more competitive and welcoming for neighborhood students.
Deer Valley Middle School
Public Middle School
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Grade 7-8
21100 N 27th Ave,
Phoenix, AZ
Deer Valley Unified School District
School Details
Head of School
Dr. Lynn Miller
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Math Proficiency
11%
Reading Proficiency
25%
Niche Grade
B-
B+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
25%
Math Proficiency
11%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Teachers
72
Full Time Teachers
72
Teachers in First or Second Year
19.2%
GreatSchools Rating
3
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Science
19%
State Average
31%
Math
70%
State Average
44%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
296:1
Student Diversity
Male
50%
Female
50%
Hispanic
51.3%
Female
50%
Male
50%
Economically disadvantaged
38.4%
White
31.9%
Limited English proficient
13.4%
Two or more races
6.9%
Black
5.8%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/28/2019
The administrator needs to be fired. She is racist and unfair. She shows favoritism to specific groups of staff and students. She sets people up and tries to get them fired. She rolls her eyes at people.
GreatSchools Reviews
12/6/2024
I am extremely proud of this school and campus staff. As a full-time volunteer at DVMS, I have observed 2024 as the year of camaraderie with respect and excellence. Under the helm of Principal Utter, there is purposeful forward momentum at DVMS to improve not only test scores, but personal growth an...
4/20/2023
the eighth grade boys basketball team was unnecessarily aggressive and the referees were ignoring violent fouls that injured hillcrest players. the dvms student body was taunting and screaming and essentially harassing the opposing team from the stands the entire game, and teachers and staff were do...
4/17/2023
My son didnt take his algebra final and passed, even though he didnt take it. I asked him about it and he said he didnt know anything about algebra 1-2. He also said that the teacher let him on his phone constantly. Reaching out to the teachers, they said they were deeply sorry and would do somethin...
10/2/2021
Student behavior is out of control and there are no consequences. The teachers do not have the support they need to maintain a civil classroom The student's essentially run the school due to poor leadership. Many student's get by with bullying teachers and fellow student's. I would not want my child...
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Deer Valley Middle School is a public school for students in grades 7-8 in Phoenix, AZ and is served by the Deer Valley Unified School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 496 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Academic records show that 11% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 25% are proficient in reading. Deer Valley Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $424,802. Discover additional schools in the area, like Barry Goldwater High School, West-Mec - Barry Goldwater High School, West-MEC Northeast Campus, and more. Learn more about what Phoenix has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Deer Valley Middle School.