Serving 277 students in grades 7-12, Cherryvale Sr / Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherryvale Sr / Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Cherryvale, KS, encompassing approximately 136.7 square miles. The zone allows for a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherryvale Sr / Middle School's student population of 277 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Learning • Leading • Leaving a Legacy
School Rankings
Cherryvale Sr / Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherryvale Sr / Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1118 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
82%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.8%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherryvale Sr / Middle School's ranking?
Cherryvale Sr / Middle School is ranked #1118 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Cherryvale Sr / Middle School often compared to?
Cherryvale Sr / Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Caney Valley High School, Caney Valley Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cherryvale Sr / Middle School?
The graduation rate of Cherryvale Sr / Middle School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Cherryvale Sr / Middle School?
277 students attend Cherryvale Sr / Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Cherryvale Sr / Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherryvale Sr / Middle School?
Cherryvale Sr / Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cherryvale Sr / Middle School offer ?
Cherryvale Sr / Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherryvale Sr / Middle School part of?
Cherryvale Sr / Middle School is part of Cherryvale School District.
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