Serving 118 students in grades 3-6, Valley Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Heights 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
Community Size
School Overview
Valley Heights Elementary School's student population of 118 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Heights Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#29 out of 1280 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
21%
Black
n/a
7%
White
96%
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
36%
41%
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 Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Heights Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Valley Heights Elementary School?
118 students attend Valley Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Valley Heights Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Heights Elementary School?
Valley Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Heights Elementary School offer ?
Valley Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Valley Heights Elementary School part of?
Valley Heights Elementary School is part of Valley Heights School District.
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