Serving 457 students in grades 4-5, Valley Center Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Center Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Valley Center Intermediate School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Center Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Center Intermediate School is 0.38, 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
#232 out of 1280 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
2%
7%
White
77%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Center Intermediate School's ranking?
Valley Center Intermediate School is ranked #232 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Valley Center Intermediate School often compared to?
Valley Center Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Center Middle School, Valley Center High School, Maize Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Valley Center Intermediate School?
457 students attend Valley Center Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Valley Center Intermediate School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Center Intermediate School?
Valley Center Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Center Intermediate School offer ?
Valley Center Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Valley Center Intermediate School part of?
Valley Center Intermediate School is part of Valley Center Pub School District.
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