Serving 573 students in grades 6-8, Blue Valley Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 43% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blue Valley Middle School's student population of 573 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blue Valley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blue Valley Middle School is 0.47, 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
#365 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
5%
7%
White
72%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinal
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Valley Middle School's ranking?
Blue Valley Middle School is ranked #365 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Blue Valley Middle School often compared to?
Blue Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Blue Valley Middle School?
573 students attend Blue Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Blue Valley Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blue Valley Middle School?
Blue Valley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blue Valley Middle School offer ?
Blue Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Valley Middle School part of?
Blue Valley Middle School is part of Blue Valley School District.
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