Serving 650 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Valley Park 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 51% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Park 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
Diversity
School Overview
Valley Park Elementary School's student population of 650 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
650 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Park 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 Valley Park Elementary School is 0.61, which is more 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
#111 out of 1280 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
3%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
7%
7%
White
59%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Park Elementary School's ranking?
Valley Park Elementary School is ranked #111 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Valley Park Elementary School often compared to?
Valley Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Overland Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Valley Park Elementary School?
650 students attend Valley Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Valley Park Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Park Elementary School?
Valley Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Park Elementary School offer ?
Valley Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Valley Park Elementary School part of?
Valley Park Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
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