Serving 468 students in grades 4-5, Valley Center Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% 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 33% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Valley Center Intermediate School's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valley Center Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,264 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Center Intermediate School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#312 out of 1264 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
21%
Black
2%
6%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #312 out of 1,264 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% KS state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% KS state average).
How many students attend Valley Center Intermediate School?
468 students attend Valley Center Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Valley Center Intermediate School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 15:1, 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 Sch School District.
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