Serving 40 students in grades 7-8, Little River Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little River Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Little River Junior High School's student population of 40 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Little River Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little River Junior High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#532 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
3%
7%
White
97%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little River Junior High School's ranking?
Little River Junior High School is ranked #532 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Little River Junior High School?
40 students attend Little River Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Little River Junior High School students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little River Junior High School?
Little River Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Little River Junior High School offer ?
Little River Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Little River Junior High School part of?
Little River Junior High School is part of Little River School District.
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