Serving 595 students in grades 6-8, Pleasant Valley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pleasant Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pleasant Valley Middle School's student population of 595 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
595 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pleasant Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pleasant Valley Middle School is 0.43, 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
#1209 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
74%
21%
Black
9%
7%
White
14%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
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 Pleasant Valley Middle School's ranking?
Pleasant Valley Middle School is ranked #1209 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Pleasant Valley Middle School?
595 students attend Pleasant Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Pleasant Valley Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pleasant Valley Middle School?
Pleasant Valley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pleasant Valley Middle School offer ?
Pleasant Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pleasant Valley Middle School part of?
Pleasant Valley Middle School is part of Wichita School District.
In what neighborhood is Pleasant Valley Middle School located?
Pleasant Valley Middle School is located in the Pleasant Valley neighborhood of Wichita, KS. There are 1 other public schools located in Pleasant Valley.
School Reviews
5 7/21/2020
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