Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Indian Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Valley Elementary School's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Indian Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Indian Valley Elementary School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#94 out of 1280 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
6%
7%
White
63%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Indian Valley Elementary School is ranked #94 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Indian Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Indian Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Hill Elementary School, Cottonwood Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Indian Valley Elementary School?
359 students attend Indian Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Indian Valley Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indian Valley Elementary School?
Indian Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Indian Valley Elementary School offer ?
Indian Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Indian Valley Elementary School part of?
Indian Valley Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Indian Valley Elementary School located?
Indian Valley Elementary School is located in the Indian Creek Estates neighborhood of Overland Park, KS.
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