Serving 55 students in grades 6-12, Elk Valley High 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% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Elk Valley High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Longton, KS, encompassing approximately 159.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elk Valley High School's student population of 55 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elk Valley High 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 Elk Valley High School is 0.31, 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
#1146 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
82%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elk Valley High School's ranking?
Elk Valley High School is ranked #1146 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elk Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Elk Valley High School is 50%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Elk Valley High School?
55 students attend Elk Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Elk Valley High School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elk Valley High School?
Elk Valley High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elk Valley High School offer ?
Elk Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elk Valley High School part of?
Elk Valley High School is part of Elk Valley School District.
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