For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 465 students in Valdese, NC.
The top ranked public middle school in Valdese, NC is Heritage Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Valdese, NC public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in Valdese have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Middle Schools in Valdese, NC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heritage Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1951 Enon Road
Valdese, NC 28690
(828) 874-0731
Valdese, NC 28690
(828) 874-0731
Grades: 6-8
| 440 students
Rank: n/an/a
Heritage Middle School, 1951 E
Valdese, NC 28690
(828) 448-3175
Valdese, NC 28690
(828) 448-3175
Grades: K-12
| 25 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Valdese, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in Valdese, NC include Heritage Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Valdese?
2 public middle schools are located in Valdese.
What is the racial composition of students in Valdese?
Valdese public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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